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SANDAKAN: The Friends of Sea Turtles Education & Research (FOSTER), in collaboration with Sabah Ports Sdn Bhd and Sabah Tourism Board (STB), successfully held the 10th Annual Community Beach Cleaning Program on Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After a decade of collaborative conservation efforts, this event gathered local community members, environmental volunteers, and key stakeholders to continue the mission of preserving Libaran Island\u2019s natural environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mr. Alexander Yee, President of FOSTER, expressed his gratitude to Sabah Ports and STB for their ongoing commitment and to everyone who has supported FOSTER from the beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe 10th Annual Community Beach Cleaning Program is a testament to the dedication and cooperation of all parties involved in conserving Libaran Island\u2019s environment and its crucial role in sea turtle conservation. We are immensely grateful to Sabah Ports, STB, and all other contributors who have stood by FOSTER from the start. Your support has made this journey possible, and we hope to continue this partnership for many more years to come,\u201d said Mr. Yee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The beach cleaning effort not only aimed at maintaining the island\u2019s pristine coastline but also supported FOSTER\u2019s larger mission of protecting the endangered sea turtle species that nest on Libaran Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since the inception of FOSTER\u2019s conservation work in 2012, over 43,826 baby turtles have been safely released into the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mr. Yee added, \u201cWe encourage everyone who cares about marine conservation to continue supporting our initiatives. Every effort contributes not only to the welfare of the turtles but also to the well-being of the local community, who actively volunteer to keep the beach clean.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite this decade of achievements, challenges remain. FOSTER continues to address issues such as the illegal harvesting of turtle eggs by villagers. \u201cOne landowner has even restricted our team from patrolling the beach in front of his property, which affects our conservation efforts. We appreciate the involvement of the Sabah Wildlife Department (SWD) in addressing this matter, and we are optimistic that a solution can be reached to safeguard our ongoing work,\u201d Mr. Yee explained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sabah Ports\u2019 commitment to protecting marine biodiversity aligns perfectly with FOSTER\u2019s goals. Through this collaboration, Sabah Ports is proud to contribute to the sustainability of Libaran Island\u2019s environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pn. Siti Noraishah Azizan, General Manager of Sabah Ports Sdn Bhd, stated, \u201cWe encourage industries and individuals to join us in supporting this vital cause for the future of our marine ecosystems.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe protection of marine biodiversity is a key focus of our sustainability efforts, and we look forward to working with FOSTER to launch impactful programs for marine life conservation on Libaran Island,” she added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
FOSTER also extends its heartfelt thanks to the Sabah Tourism Board for their invaluable support and contributions to FOSTER\u2019s ongoing conservation initiatives. Their encouragement has strengthened FOSTER\u2019s mission and inspired broader community engagement in conserving Sabah\u2019s marine environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This year\u2019s beach cleaning program celebrates a decade of dedicated efforts by FOSTER and its partners in Libaran Island\u2019s conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
FOSTER extends an invitation to industries, organisations, and individuals to continue supporting these vital programs, taking collective steps toward a more sustainable future and the protection of Sabah\u2019s marine biodiversity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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