Manulife Malaysia and Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots Malaysia are working to develop eco-tourism in Wang Kelian, Perlis, through a three-year partnership that began in 2024. The announcements were made during a media familiarisation trip to Wang Kelian, where journalists experienced the region’s eco-tourism potential firsthand. (Pix: Fernando Fong)The team visits the Denai Warisan trail, which is being transformed into a flagship eco-tourism destination. (Pix: Fernando Fong)Youth Taking The Lead in Conservation EffortsThe collaboration has also enabled young Malaysians to take active roles in conservation work. The youth involvement addresses a key challenge in Wang Kelian: building local capacity in a region rich in biodiversity but facing economic constraints.