THE designation of Bohol Island as a 'global geopark' will provide a sound direction for the protection of the country's geological heritage, Sen. Maria Lourdes Nancy Binay said.
She said the designation of Bohol as Unesco Global Geopark 'is a big step for the people of Bohol and the country' and will boost tourism.'We hope that the designation of Bohol Island as a geosite will set into motion the protection and preservation of other relevant and potential geosites in the country,' Binay said in a statement.
'This Unesco recognition emphasizes the Philippines' comparative advantage — we can claim, with great pride, that our geoparks have exceptional aesthetics, bar none.''Bohol shows us the way forward with the Unesco validation as a template to innovative development strategies, and a commitment to promote geotourism,' Binay added. 'We have so many more towns and provinces that have the potential for global recognition and ecological significance.
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