Government prepares Javan rhino relocation from Ujung Kulon to Alas Purwo

The government is preparing to relocate part of the Javan rhino population from Ujung Kulon National Park in Banten to Alas Purwo National Park in East Java to reduce the risk of extinction if a major disaster strikes their only current habitat. Presidential Special Envoy for Climate and Energy Hashim Djojohadikusumo cited the threat of earthquakes, tsunamis and activity at Mount Anak Krakatau as the main reasons for the plan. The scheme uses conservation funding, and the project began being offered to prospective donors and investors at COP31 in Antalya, Turkey. Amid the discussion, GMNI Banten rejected any move unless it is preceded by a thorough, transparent scientific study involving conservation experts and local residents.