EC Joins Mangrove Planting CSR At Asia's Southernmost Tip Of The Mainland

PONTIAN, July 10 (Bernama) -- Amid preparations for the Johor state election, the Election Commission (EC) took time to participate in a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) mangrove tree planting programme at Johor National Park, Tanjung Piai, located at the southernmost tip of mainland Asia.

The Johor National Parks Corporation (PTNJ) said in a statement that the programme, held yesterday and joined by EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun, involved the planting of 100 mangrove saplings and a clean-up operation that collected 17 kilogrammes of rubbish.

"The EC's participation in this initiative reflects the agency's commitment to environmental sustainability, alongside its primary responsibility of managing and ensuring the smooth conduct of elections.

"This commitment demonstrates that environmental sustainability is a shared responsibility that transcends organisational functions, while reflecting the EC's strong concern for preserving the nation's natural heritage," PTNJ said.

Also participating in the programme were PTNJ director Sufian Suleiman, Johor EC director Nor Nekman Jaimon, and Pontian Municipal Council president Abdul Azim Shamsuddin, who is also the returning officer for the Kukup state constituency.

PTNJ said the EC's participation not only strengthened efforts to conserve the mangrove forest ecosystem but also supported the Visit Johor Year 2026 campaign through the preservation of the state's flora, fauna and ecotourism assets.

Tanjung Piai, located at latitude 1°16.00' North, holds a unique geographical distinction as the southernmost point of the Asian or Eurasian mainland. It is also one of the few locations where visitors can simultaneously view two neighbouring countries, Singapore and Indonesia.

Johor National Park Tanjung Piai was established in 1997 to protect the unique area, particularly its mangrove ecosystem and mudflats, which play an important role in maintaining environmental balance.

In 2003, the national park was recognised under the Ramsar Convention as a Ramsar Site, signifying its status as a wetland of international importance.

PTNJ said the ecosystem at Johor National Park Tanjung Piai remains in good condition, with various conservation initiatives being implemented, including mangrove replanting, biodiversity monitoring and clean-up activities to ensure its continued preservation.

However, the corporation noted that the area continues to face challenges such as marine debris washed ashore by sea currents and the effects of climate change.

Tomorrow is polling day for the 16th Johor state election.

– BERNAMA

EC Joins Mangrove Planting CSR At Asia's Southernmost Tip Of The Mainland

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