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In an effort to strengthen the enforcement of environmental laws, particularly, on forest protection within the boundaries of Regions 10, 11, and 13, top DENR officials of the regions, Regional Executive Director (RED) Nonito M. Tamayo of Caraga, RED Bagani Fidel A. Evasco of Davao, and RED Arleigh J. Adorable represented by Asst. Regional Director Aldrich S. Resma of Cagayan de Oro convene in an inter-regional meeting on October 22, 2021 at the DENR Caraga Regional Learning Center, Ambago, Butuan City.

The meeting seeks to discuss some issues concerning the rampant illegal logging activities within the boundaries of the provinces of Agusan del Sur, Davao de Oro, and Bukidnon, with the presence of Environmental Law Enforcement and Protection Service (ELEPS) OIC-Director, retired General Reuel N. Sorilla; the 402nd Brigade, PA, represented by Col. Emil J. Cruz; and the 26th IB, PA, Major Ariel S. Fabria, to conceptualize approaches and strategies to address the problem, considering that these areas are inter-connected,  and the main gateway and sources of illegal forest products.

The Assistant Regional Directors and other officials of DENR 10, 11, and 13 were also present during the meeting and actively participated in the discussions while observing health protocols prescribed by the authorities.

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