By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Apr 6: Cases of wildlife-related offences and intrusions into protected areas in Sarawak are showing a declining trend, reflecting the effectiveness of integrated enforcement efforts and active local community participation.
According to a report by TVS, Deputy Minister of Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Sarawak Datuk Len Talif Salleh said illegal hunting and encroachment activities have decreased as a result of coordinated action among enforcement agencies and heightened vigilance by communities.
“We do receive specific complaints from time to time, but what is important is the follow-up action we take to address these issues. So far, I have been informed that the cases have reduced, including those related to illegal logging,” he said after officiating the 2026 World Wildlife Day celebration at Matang Wildlife Centre today.
Len noted that the reduction in cases is not limited to fully protected national parks but also extends to permanent forest reserves and other reserved forest areas.
He emphasised that continued collaboration between relevant agencies and local communities is crucial to safeguarding Sarawak’s forestry assets.
“Cooperation among Sarawak Forestry Corporation, Forest Department Sarawak, and Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation is vital in managing our forestry resources.
“Beyond that, engaging local communities to participate in the stewardship of their areas is equally important,” he added. — DayakDaily
