This episode provides a detailed analysis of forest regulations concerning the taxation on Community Forests by three tiers of government: the Central, Provincial, and Local Governments. The taxation imposed on community forest user groups has created obstacles for conservation and forest management programs, making them unintended victims. The program delves into the history of community forest management and highlights the challenges and issues arising from taxation by the three tiers of government, which is not always community-friendly, thereby affecting conservation efforts. Audio Player
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