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Environmental concerns over Lake Baikal logging regulations
New regulations permitting clear-cutting near Lake Baikal are drawing opposition from environmentalists concerned about ecosystem damage.
Background
Lake Baikal, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Siberia, holds immense ecological significance as the world's deepest freshwater lake. Environmental groups have long advocated for its protection against industrial activities and pollution, often clashing with government development policies.
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Environmental concerns regarding Lake Baikal logging
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Environmentalists, scientists, and activists are fighting against new regulations permitting clear-cutting forests around Lake Baikal, fearing irreversible damage.
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