WE REFER to Protect the mangroves in Setiu Wetlands in The Star, Jan 17 and would like to clarify that the wetlands has been designated a state park under the East Coast Economic Region (ECER) masterplan.

As a state park, Setiu Wetlands is protected under the National Forestry Act. Stretching over 4,570ha, the wetlands will act as a biological corridor that links wildlife reserves and fragmented forests.

Under the masterplan, ECER will enhance the value of these locations as attractive eco-tourism “hot spots”, a key economic driver that will improve the income of the communities directly living within and around the area, while at the same time safeguarding the natural resources.

RUZIAH AZDI ABD RAHMAN,

Corporate Communications,

ECER Secretariat.

Source: The Star – January 22, 2008