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The true value of forests: insights from the dialogue in Southeast Asia

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Attendees described forests not only as sources of livelihood but also as cultural and spiritual pillars—referring to them as their “mother,” “provider,” “bank,” and “supermarket.” Business investors, motivated by economic interests, view forests as resource reservoirs.

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The true value of forests: insights from Southeast Asia

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Here are the key takeaways from the dialogue: Forests are integral to cultural heritage Participants consistently described forests in deeply personal terms, referring to them as their “mother,” “provider,” “bank,” and “supermarket.”

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