Field visit to the Mangrove sites in Mandaithievu

President’s International Climate Adviser and former Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Erik Solheim and Honorable Governor of Northern Province P.S.M. Charles made a field visit to Jaffna’s Mandaithievu Island today (01/05/2024) to see the existence of the Mangrove sites.

The focus was on the natural benefits of Mangrove plants and its heritage. It was highlighted that the contribution of continental plants growing in this area is important to avoid floods and disasters as well as the soil erosion and to enhance the aquatic life.