News from the global water sector July 2014

Abstract

On 10 May the world celebrated World Migratory Bird Day focused on con serving one of the world’s true natural wonders – the spectacular movements of migratory birds along their flyways. This year’s theme focused on migratory birds and tourism. Thanks to an innovative new project led by the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) some of the world’s estimated 50 billion migratory birds should soon be able to benefit from sustainable tourism and development. Destination Flyways, currently in its preliminary phase, aims to develop sustainable tour ism at destinations along the world’s migratory bird routes. Focusing on a selection of eight key sites for migratory birds in Africa, Asia and Europe, the project aims to be a vehicle for both environmental and socio-economic sustainability, benefit ing wildlife, local communities and tourists alike.

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