The saving of Taman Negara

Abstract

Taman Negara, Peninsular Malaysia's only natural National Park, has faced many threats since its inception in the 1930's. This paper deals with the various threats especially during the last decade and the efforts by various groups to deal with these threats. It describes and analyses the developments over the last 2 years which saw an unprecendented Malaysian public campaign to prevent a dam from being built across the Sg. Tembeling, which would have affected the recreational facilities of the Park. Some lessons can be learnt from the campaign in tackling the threats that other parks in Malaysia are facing or are likely to face.