LABUAN: The just-concluded 2nd Labuan Dive Festival highlighted the thriving health of coral reefs in the waters around Labuan, signalling a positive trend for marine life and tourism.
Labuan Dive Club president Teoh Ming Woei expressed satisfaction with the festival’s success in exploring the marine biodiversity and highlighting the significance of continuous conservation efforts.“This year’s Labuan Dive Festival has been a success…it has allowed us to delve into the diversity of marine life, with vibrant and healthy coral reefs in the surrounding waters,” he said after presenting certificates to 22 divers from Malaysia and abroad at Rusukan Besar Island.
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Woei said the event also shed light on the common fish species found around the shipwreck dive sites, underscoring the rich marine biodiversity of the area.He emphasised the club’s willingness to collaborate with local authorities in marine conservation efforts, which are crucial for the sustainability of Labuan’s tourism sector.
Woei said continued promotion and development of diving events could position Labuan as a leading destination for diving enthusiasts globally.
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