MHNP: conservation vs absolutism (opens original article in a new tab)

The article discusses the debate over managing Margalla Hills National Park, emphasizing that conservation and recreation can coexist through regulated models, as seen in global examples, but highlights challenges in Pakistan's environmental governance.

• The Margalla Hills National Park debate centers on balancing conservation with regulated recreational and commercial activities.
• Examples from global parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone show that tourism and conservation can coexist through strict management and zoning.
• Pakistan's environmental governance faces challenges in implementing effective management systems for protected areas.