KUCHING: The Sarawak Trade and Tourism Office Singapore (STATOS) in partnership with the Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) is championing an “Adopt an Orangutan” initiative.
STATOS said that the initiative is to garner support and contributions toward preserving the natural habitat of orangutans as well as rehabilitation efforts.
From now until March 31, the “Adopt an Orangutan” programme offers the opportunity to adopt a two-year-old Orangutan named Ooooha from the Semengoh Wildlife Centre.
“All proceeds will contribute directly to the centre’s rehabilitation and conservation efforts which have been crucial in the preservation of the Orangutan’s natural habitat and protection of the endangered species,” it said in a statement today.
STATOS disclosed that as part of the “Adopt an Orangutan” campaign, those interested can sponsor Ooooha for SGD $55 (RM170.82) will get a special Orangutan Gift Pack.
It said the gift pack includes a thank you letter from Ooooha, a limited-edition lanyard and button, adding that the proceeds will aid the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre’s conservation efforts and day-to-day operations, including ensuring sufficient food supply for the Orangutans.
Controller of Wildlife Sarawak and chief executive officer of SFC Zolkipli Mohamad Aton stated that the corporation has been playing a pivotal role in the conservation of Orangutans throughout the years.
“The Semengoh Wildlife Centre acts as the bastion for these intelligent and gentle giants. We are glad to be collaborating with STATOS in our mission to not only promote and protect the Orangutans as a legacy for our future generations, but also educate the public globally on the importance of ensuring the sustainability of the environment and biodiversity protection,” he said.
Meanwhile, deputy chief executive officer of STATOS Putri Rozana Soraya expressed appreciation to SFC for the timely collaboration in leaving a lasting legacy and impact on the conservation of Orangutans.
“Through this adoption program, we hope to forge a stronger partnership with SFC for future conservation projects in our mission to educate and promote Sarawak in Singapore and beyond,” she said.
