Strengthening coordination in forest protection efforts.

Over the past period, the Rach Tram Border Guard Station, the An Giang Provincial Border Guard Command, the Forest Protection Force, and the Phu Quoc National Park Management Board have closely coordinated to improve the effectiveness of managing and protecting forest resources, preserving the natural ecosystem, and ensuring security and order in the area.

Forest patrol forces.

Entrusted with managing, protecting, and replanting 7,770 hectares of forest in the northern part of Phu Quoc Special Economic Zone, the Rach Tram Border Guard Station, the forest rangers, and the Phu Quoc National Park Management Board have closely coordinated in many areas of work over the years. These forces regularly patrol, monitor, and combat violations of the law, as well as educate and mobilize people to participate in forest protection.

The coordinated and regular cooperation between units has contributed to the timely detection and prevention of many cases of forest resource encroachment, gradually raising people's awareness of their responsibility to protect the ecological environment.

“Every week, the unit develops a specific plan for coordinated patrols in key areas where illegal logging, wildlife hunting, or high-risk forest fires frequently occur. Inter-agency patrol teams regularly trek through forests, cross streams, and inspect numerous trails, open areas, and border regions to promptly detect violations of forestry laws. During this coordination, the units also regularly share information and forest-going experiences, working together to effectively resolve issues,” said Lieutenant Colonel Do Ko Ka, Commander of the Rach Tram Border Guard Station.

Forces are stationed at checkpoints to prevent and control forest fires.

Due to the rugged terrain, harsh weather conditions, unpredictable sunshine and rain, limited tools and equipment, and the vast area of ​​forest under their management, the units face numerous difficulties in carrying out their duties. However, the officers and soldiers of the Rach Tram Border Guard Post, along with the forest rangers and the Phu Quoc National Park Management Board, always uphold a high sense of responsibility, staying close to the forest and the area.

Many officers and soldiers have to perform long-term duties in deep forests, facing inadequate living conditions, yet they remain determined to successfully complete their assigned tasks. This sense of responsibility and seamless coordination among the forces has contributed to creating a strong "shield" in forest protection efforts.

Of the total area of ​​5,770 hectares under management, 1,565 hectares have been identified as having a high risk of forest fires. Therefore, forest fire prevention and control are always given priority and implemented comprehensively by the relevant units, especially during the dry season.

Teams are researching Vietnamese heritage trees in the old-growth forests of Phu Quoc National Park.

“We regularly review high-risk fire areas, develop specific response plans, and organize forces on standby 24/7. Firefighting equipment and tools are fully prepared to proactively and quickly handle any incidents. At the same time, the forces also coordinate to organize forest fire fighting skills training for officers, soldiers, and people living near the forest to improve their ability to respond in emergency situations,” shared Mr. Nguyen Minh Tuan, Team Leader of the Rach Tram Forest Management and Protection Team, Phu Quoc National Park Management Board.

One of the factors contributing to improved forest management and protection is the promotion of the role of the people. Following the motto "The people know, the people discuss, the people do, the people inspect," various units have developed numerous self-governing forest protection models within local communities.

Phu Quoc National Park's primary forest.

“Over the years, the units have regularly coordinated to organize legal awareness campaigns in residential areas, schools, and areas bordering forests. Through these campaigns, specialized officers have disseminated legal regulations on forest protection and development; and encouraged people not to abet those who illegally exploit forest resources. Many households have changed their awareness and actively participated with functional forces in protecting forests and preserving the ecological environment,” said Lieutenant Colonel Do Ko Ka, Commander of Rach Tram Border Guard Station.

Visiting Phu Quoc National Park, you'll easily encounter the vast expanse of green from the old-growth and protected forests. This lush green is the result of countless hours of hard work and dedication from border guards, forest rangers, and the National Park staff, as well as the collaborative efforts of local residents. They are the ones who have contributed to protecting the forest's greenness for today and for future generations.

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