On November 28, the Shan Shui Conservation Center and Tencent, as technical support partners, participated in a three-day “China-Nepal Snow Leopard Exchange and Capacity-Building Workshop” in Kathmandu. The event was organized by the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC) of Nepal, with support from the Embassy of China in Nepal and Nepal’s Ministry of Forests and Environment. The workshop focused on snow leopard research and conservation, bringing together over 80 representatives from China, Nepal, Pakistan, and Japan to share diverse perspectives and experiences.

workshop photos

In their opening remarks, Ain Bahadur Shahi Thakuri, Nepal’s Minister of Forests and Environment, and Prof. Lu Zhi, founder of Shan Shui Conservation Center, emphasized the importance of scientific research, community engagement, and cross-regional collaboration in snow leopard conservation for both China, Nepal, and the global community.

Ain Bahadur Shahi Thakuri and Prof. Lu zhi

This workshop marked Tencent’s first international application of AI recognition technology, aiming to improve monitoring data processing and enhance the efficiency and digitization of protected area management. Additionally, Shan Shui team members Cheng Chen, Gao Yufang, Li Xueyang, and Wang Yufei shared insights on topics such as snow leopard genetics, human-wildlife conflict and coexistence, large-scale snow leopard survey methods, and the Angsai community development project.

Experience sharing from Tencent and Shan Shui 

The workshop represents an important effort by Shan Shui in fostering international exchange on snow leopard conservation. By sharing China’s experience and technologies, the aim is to support Nepal’s conservation efforts and build long-term collaborations in transboundary protection, climate change mitigation, and capacity-building. Together, with collective support, we strive to protect the snow leopard and its habitats, ensuring that they continue to thrive in their snowy mountain homes.