Abstract
on National Forestry Policy
This new National Forestry Policy for the
development of the forest sector in Mauritius is the outcome
of discussions
and consultations with key stakeholders in government, civil
society and other interested parties, a detailed study and
review of relevant documents, the forestry sector, related
issues and the range of activities associated with the sector.
It replaces the previous official forestry policy statement
enunciated in 1963.
Work on the preparation of the new Policy began on 01 October,
2004, and was completed on 30 April, 2006. It was undertaken
by the Forestry Service under the direction of the Ministry
of Agro-Industry and Fisheries. International assistance
for the formulation of the Policy was provided by the Food
and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations under
its Technical Cooperation Programme.
The Policy is a statement of the intentions of the Government
for the development of the forest sector and is designed
to protect and enhance the country's natural environment,
biodiversity and national heritage, while at the same time
promoting recreation and tourism. The Policy describes, in
general terms, the directions that forestry activities should
take in the coming decade to address identified issues and
problems. It is also a guide for decision-making.
Forestry policy formulation is a dynamic process that must
be reviewed periodically in the light of a changing environment,
society and globalisation of forestry.
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