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Tourism pact a thinly veiled land grab

A new pact in Perak, Malaysia, masquerades as conservation but is a transparent move to privatise public resources for tourism development.

Tourism pact a thinly veiled land grab
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Another day, another “partnership” that carves up natural assets for profit. This Perak MOU talks of conservation and education, yet the real agenda is clear: funneling public land into private hands for fleeting tourist dollars. This isn’t sustainable development; it’s resource exploitation dressed in greenwashing. When will we prioritise genuine preservation over performative pacts?

The strongest counter

Such partnerships are crucial for sustainable tourism and conservation. They bring much-needed funding and expertise to protect natural habitats while simultaneously boosting local economies and educational initiatives. Collaboration is key to progress.

Audit trail
  • ·MOU lacks specifics
  • ·Tourism over nature
  • ·Greenwashing tactic
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