Danish prince to check wildlife projects

Prince Henrik of Denmark headed a 12-man delegation that arrived Friday night to inspect wildlife projects in the country for possible funding.

Prince Henrik and his group were met by Royal Danish Consul General in Manila Ricardo Romulo upon their arrival at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

Romulo said the group will be in the country until May 6.

Prince Henrik, president of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in Denmark, will take a look at how the country’s wildlife is being protected as he visits provinces like Iloilo, Albay and Sorsogon.

Prince Henrik sponsors or provides funding for wildlife projects in different parts of the world.

The inspection tour began yesterday with wildlife officials and some Philippine National Police personnel escorting the group.

Henrik, who holds the title Prince Consort of Denmark, is the husband of Queen Margrethe II.

It was in 1972 that the prince helped create the Danish WWF. He is also a supporter of the Danish Red Cross.

Henrik is known as well to go on business travels around the world, representing and promoting Denmark along with representatives of the industry.

He is also the president of Europa Nostra, an organization dedicated to the preservation of Europe’s architectural heritage. – Rudy Santos