(Originally in English)

Following legal action taken by environmental advocacy groups, Paraguay’s Minister of Environment, Dr. José Luís Casaccia, recently announced cancellation of a permit granted to a company to clear a rainforest for cattle ranching. This wise action of the government not only preserved the forest as home to the indigenous Totobiegosode people, but also saved thousands of acres of treed land that provide a vital habitat for many of the Earth’s plant and animal species and play an invaluable role in sustaining life on Earth.

Master wrote a letter of appreciation to Dr. Casaccia to sincerely thank him and the Paraguay Government for preserving the rainforests for the indigenous people, the environment and the entire world. Dr. Casaccia responded in a letter, saying that he is truly grateful for the support and recognition, which would strengthen his Ministry’s positions to continue the difficult task of fighting for the conservation, protection and improvement of our environment every day.

We applaud the fair decision of the Minister of the Environment in Paraguay. May we all strive to safeguard the balance of such treasures as the rainforests and the sanctuary they provide to indigenous persons and other wondrous beings of our planet.