Royal Decree on the Establishment of Community Forests in Other State Areas, B.E. 2567 (2024).

This Decree is enacted to implement the Section 8 of the Community Forest Act B.E. 2562.
The Decree stipulates the criteria, conditions and procedures for designating state land, outside protected forest areas, as community forests. The Decree specifies the roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, and forest management committees. It emphasizes the importance of community involvement in forest management, sustainable use of forest resources, and conservation of biodiversity. The Decree also details the process for applying to establish a community forest, including the necessary documentation and approval procedures. Additionally, it addresses the management, utilization, and protection of community forests, as well as the conditions under which a community forest can be revoked.