Falconry as an Eco Tourism Opportunity in Gilgit-Baltistan

A fruitful session of the officers from the Forests, Parks and Wildlife Government of Gilgit-Baltistan was held on 16th February, 2022 at Pakistan Pavilion Dubai Expo 2020 with Mr. Gary Timbrell CEO International Association for Falconry & Conservation Birds of Prey, Dr Awad Al Saleh ICH Unesco expert. The official team from Forests, Parks and Wildlife Government of Gilgit-Baltistan were leading by Dr Zakir Hussain Chief Conservator of Forests, Parks & Wildlife GB and other national and international participants. The discussion was focused on promotion of Eco-Tourism opportunities in Gilgit-Baltistan and to Conservation & Rehabilitation of Raptors, Research & Education, Breeding & Propagation, displays & interactions and Falconry & Small Game Hunting

Abu Dhabi Government agreed to provide opportunities for Gilgit-Baltistan Forest, Parks and Wildlife Department by providing

1. Space at ADHEX a hunting exhibition held every year.

2. Also inviting Wildlife Department to International Falconry Festival in January 2023