Wetlands, forests and oceans are known as the three major ecosystems on the earth. They play an irreplaceable role in resisting floods, regulating climate, conserving water sources, degrading pollutants.
China's existing wetland area is about 56.35 million hectares, and the total number of existing internationally important wetlands is 82, with a total area of 7.647 million hectares. China has fulfilled its international obligations, formulated laws and policies for the protection and rational use of wetlands, designated wetlands of international importance.