[Photo] Cao Bang: Security drill for the International Conference of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network in the Asia-Pacific region

The 8th International Conference of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network for Asia- Pacific Region in 2024 with the theme "Local communities and sustainable development in Geopark areas" took place from September 5 to 17 in Cao Bang province. About 800 - 1,000 domestic and international delegates attended the Conference.

The Conference is expected to include the following activities: the 20th anniversary celebration of the Global Geoparks Network (2004 - 2024); meetings of the Global Geoparks Council to evaluate appraisal and re-appraisal dossiers, meetings of the Coordinating Board and Advisory Board of the Asia- Pacific Network, general and thematic workshops, bilateral meetings between geoparks; art performances, exhibitions and the organization of booths to promote local tourism images to delegates.

The conference is held every two years in countries in the Asia-Pacific region, with the aim of sharing and exchanging experiences, effective models, and useful solutions in the work of building and developing the title of Geopark according to UNESCO criteria among members of the UNESCO Global Geopark Network in the Asia-Pacific region. Thereby, raising awareness and responsibility of all levels, sectors and people in preserving and promoting the values of heritage types for sustainable tourism development.

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