PEATLAND???

FACT
60% of the world's tropical petlands are found in south east asia covering an estimated area of bet. 21 to 23 million ha. They occur mainly as peat swamp forests - one of the region's most important etland ecosystems.

Peatlands are important for socio-economic development and provide support for te livelihoods of local communities. they provide timebr and non-timber forest products, help to maintain our forest supply , controls floods and provide potential for tourism and recreations.

MALAYSIA CASE
We have about 2.5 million ha of peatlands with the majority in Sarawak. Peatland can provide water supply for iirigaion and domestic purposes, as well as flood control. They are also recognised for their carbon storage role. Approximately 20,000 ha of peatland has been severely damaged in recent fires. :(