the Tibetan plateau would be transformed into the world's largest natural park or biosphere. Strict laws would be enforced to protect wildlife and plant life; the exploitation of natural resources would be carefully regulated so as not to damage relevant ecosystems; and a policy of sustainable development would be adopted in populated areas;
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The Tibetan plateau should become a protected natural park with sustainable development and strict ecological laws.
- In plain terms
- Turn the plateau into a nature park with laws to protect wildlife and resources.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize environmental conservation and sustainable development.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you balance development and nature?
- What does sustainability mean to you?
Another view
Strict laws may conflict with local economic needs or development goals.
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the manufacture, testing, and stockpiling of nuclear weapons and other armaments on the Tibetan plateau would be prohibited;
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Permalink to quote #51 the entire Tibetan plateau would be demilitarised;
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