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Convention on Wetlands of International Importance Especially as Waterfowl Habitat (Ramsar Convention)

Date:1971 and as amended
Description:The Convention objective is to "stem the progressive encroachment on and loss of wetlands now and in the future, recognizing the fundamental ecological functions of wetlands and their economic, cultural, scientific and recreational value."
Type:Conventions and treaties
URL:http://www.ramsar.org/key_conv_e.htm
Date entered:2002-01-06

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