Mayor Poramet leads Pattaya’s eco-tourism initiative with aquatic species release to restore Naklua’s natural ecosystem. PATTAYA, Thailand – Mayor Poramet Ngampichet presided over the opening ceremony of an educational activity focused on aquatic animal breeding and nursery care, part of the city’s “Nature Restoration to Promote Eco-Tourism” project for fiscal year 2025. The event was organized by Pattaya’s Natural Resources and Environment Office, with participation from Deputy Mayor Manot Nongyai, relevant government officials, and local school students. Naklua, an old community nestled amid Pattaya’s urban growth, is known for its unique cultural blend, historic markets, and vibrant fishing traditions, as well as its mangrove forests—the last of their kind in the area. Recognizing the importance of restoring natural resources and maintaining ecological balance, the city aims to boost sustainable tourism while improving residents’ quality of life under its “Better Pattaya” initiative. As part of the project, local fishermen from the Ban Lan Pho community served as instructors, sharing traditional knowledge about breeding and caring for juvenile aquatic species such as crabs and squids. Participants also joined in releasing young aquatic animals into Naklua’s waters to help restore the ecosystem’s health. This activity marks a significant step in Pattaya’s commitment to environmental conservation and quality tourism development, ensuring a sustainable and livable city for the future. Local fishermen share traditional knowledge on breeding and caring for juvenile aquatic animals in community training. Naklua’s rich heritage and mangrove forests highlighted as key eco-tourism attractions in Pattaya’s conservation efforts.   Pattaya’s “Better Pattaya” policy promotes sustainable growth by balancing nature restoration and quality tourism.