Circular No. 1 of 1993 on the Protection of Wetlands.

After recognising the international significance of Turkish wetlands and the obligations stemming from the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance (1971) (the Ramsar Convention), among others, this Circular lists a series of measures to be implemented immediately: (1) reevaluation of projects harmful to wetlands and impact assessment; (2) establishment of water purification installations and waste water standards; (3) control of pesticide and fertilizer use; (4) inspection of tourism and industrial operations with related preventive measures; (5) monitoring and prevention of illegal gaming, tree felling and burning; (6) prevention of the destruction of forests, pastures, etc., supporting ecosystems.