China Leads the World with Most Wetland Cities! 🌿
Did you know that wetlands are like the planet’s superheroes? 🦸♂️ They help clean our water, protect us from floods, and provide homes for lots of animals! 🐸🦆🐢
Well, here’s some exciting news: China now has 22 international wetland cities—the most in the world! 🌏🏆
Recently, at a big meeting called the COP15 held in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, nine more Chinese cities were honored as international wetland cities. These cities include Chongming, Dali, Fuzhou, Hangzhou, Jiujiang, Lhasa, Suzhou, Wenzhou, and Yueyang. 🎉
But what is an international wetland city? 🤔 It’s a special title given to cities that take great care of their wetlands, making sure they are protected and healthy.
The Wetland City Accreditation is part of the Ramsar Convention, an international agreement to protect wetlands all over the world. By earning this title, these cities show they are committed to preserving nature while they grow and develop. 🌱🏙️
People like Johane Chenjekwa, a mayor from Botswana, are excited about working together to protect wetlands. He believes that by teaming up with China, countries in Africa can learn new ways to keep wetlands safe. 🤝
Wetlands face challenges like pollution and being drained for buildings. That’s why it’s important for cities to plan carefully, so they can grow without harming these precious areas. 🏗️🚧
By protecting wetlands, cities can enjoy cleaner water, less flooding, and beautiful places for people and animals to enjoy. It’s a win-win for everyone! 😊
So next time you see a pond, marsh, or swamp, remember how important it is, and how people around the world are working hard to protect these amazing places. 🐟🌾
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
