The acceptance of the concept of Langkawi Geopark by the Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) and the State Government of Kedah is driven by a common aspiration for achieving sustainable development and an appreciation of the outstanding geoheritage resources between both parties and the Malaysian Geological Heritage Group (MGHG). The Langkawi Geopark as Malaysian first national geopark was established by the Kedab Legislative Council on 31 <st> May 2006 and later on 6th October 2006 endorsed by the Board of LADA. Since then the Langkawi Geopark Division has been specially created under the management of LADA with support from an Advisory Council, chaired by the Chief Minister of Kedah, and four coordination committees, namely scientific, development, conservation and promotion. These committees play important roles in advising LADA and other stakeholders on various aspects of geopark development, particularly on scientific research input, planning, for future development, recommendations of areas or sites for conservation and promotion of Langkawi Geopark locally and internationally. This paper will highlight on development approaches and management strategies for Langkawi Geopark since its establishment.
scientific development conservation promotion Langkawi Geopark Malaysia
Kamarulzaman Abdul Ghani Mohd Shafeea Leman Norhayati Ahmad Ibrahim Komoo Kasim Othman
Langkawi Development Authority,8<th> Floor, LADA Building,07000 Kuah, Lamgkawi, Kedah, MALAYSIA Institute for Environment and Development LESTARI, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia,43600 Bangi, Selan Institute for Environment and Development LESTARI, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia,43600 Bangi, Selan Institute for Environment and Development LESTARI, Universiti Debangsaan Malaysia,43600 Bangi, Selan Kedah State Forestry Department,8th Floor, Bangunan Sultan Abdul Halim,05646 Alor Star, Kedah, MALAY