24-04-2025
60,000 saplings planted in Tuaran, 8,800 Liposus make MBR entry
Published on: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Published on: Thu, Apr 24, 2025
By: R Gonzales Text Size: Huang (fight, left) with other guests at the event. Tuaran: Over 60,000 saplings were successfully planted across the district during the Tuaran Earth Day 2025 celebration, marking a significant environmental milestone, here, Tuesday. The event, officiated by Deputy Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Sri Huang Tiong Sii, highlighted strong community participation in achieving this green initiative. 'This celebration demonstrates our commitment to environmental awareness and aligns with the government's 100 Million Tree Planting Campaign (2021-2025),' said Huang during his keynote address at the Sabah Co-Curricular Centre in the Malangang Kiulu Camp. The programme engaged students from 88 Tuaran schools, fostering environmental stewardship among youths. Tuaran Member of Parliament cum Programme Chair Datuk Seri Wilfred Madius Tangau emphasised the event's practical impact. 'We are planting traditional species like Baccaurea lanceolata (Liposu) that combat soil erosion and reduce flood risks, growing hope for a sustainable future,' he said. The day made history with 8,800 Liposu saplings earning recognition in The Malaysia Book of Records, presented by Chief Executive Officer Christopher Wong to Tuaran District Education Office and Sabah Environment Department. The collaborative effort involved various government agencies, NGOs, educational institutions and local communities. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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