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Area Extension of existing UNESCO Global Geoparks

© Leiqiong UNESCO Global Geopark
Leiqiong UNESCO Global Geopark, China

It is possible for a UNESCO Global Geopark to extend its area following the procedure below:

  • The UNESCO Global Geopark wants to extend its area by <10% and the new proposed area doesn't cross new international borders.

    The UNESCO Global Geopark needs to submit a letter through the official channel indicating the reasons for the extension and the way the new area still fulfills the criteria for a UNESCO Global Geopark. The UNESCO Global Geoparks Council will decide on whether or not to approve the change.

     

  • The UNESCO Global Geopark wants to extend its area by >10% and/or the new proposed area crosses new international borders.

    • The UNESCO Global Geopark needs to submit a new application following the same procedure as for an aspiring UNESCO Global Geopark.

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