| Activities of ISME are: |
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| 1. |
To promote studies of mangrove ecosystems; |
| 2. |
To promote collection, evaluation and dissemination of information on mangrove ecosystems; |
| 3. |
To promote research, training and activities for sustainable management, rational utilization, rehabilitation and conservation of mangrove ecosystems; |
| 4. |
To develop materials to enhance public awareness of the social, economic and ecological importance of mangrove ecosystems; |
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To organize and co-sponsor conferences, seminars, symposia and meetings, giving lectures and courses, publishing both scientific and popular articles; |
| 6. |
To support and implement research projects and programmes; |
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To promote consultation and collaboration with other organizations (public and private) having related purposes; and, |
| 8. |
To carry out any other activities considered appropriate for objectives of the Society. |