KUCHING: The Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) recently received a courtesy visit from the Faculty of Forestry and Environment, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), to discuss a collaboration on developing and implementing the Sarawak Permanent Forest Reserve Master Plan Project.

According to a statement today, this initiative aims to support efforts in forest resource conservation, ensure sustainable forest management, and strengthen biodiversity protection in Sarawak.

STIDC General Manager, Zainal Abidin Abdullah said this partnership is a crucial step in achieving sustainable forest management goals and will provide tangible benefits to local communities.

Meanwhile, Head of the Sarawak Permanent Forest Reserve Master Plan Project, Dr. Shazali Johari emphasised the importance of research and innovation in forest management, which will help formulate more effective strategies for forest conservation in Sarawak.

“This visit is expected to lead to the implementation of a project that will not only enhance ecosystems but also create job opportunities and improve the livelihoods of local communities,” he said.

As a result, with the collaboration between STIDC and UPM, both parties are committed to ensuring that Sarawak’s forest resources are managed sustainably for the well-being of future generations. -UKASnews