Guinea-Bissau: Bijagos archipelago inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage list

The Bijagos archipelago in Guinea-Bissau has been officially inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage list, fulfilling a long-held dream of the country's government.

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This international recognition highlights the exceptional ecological and cultural wealth of this West African island group.

The inscription is expected to strengthen environmental protection and sustainable tourism development in the region.

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