Per Kyunghyang Shinmun, the World Heritage listing of Seosan's flats including Garorim Bay has entered a countdown ahead of final review, with campaigns across Seosan wishing for success.

Korea's southwestern coastal flats were previously listed as World Natural Heritage; the current process seeks recognition of additional areas such as Garorim Bay as an extension.

Tidal flats are migratory-bird habitats and carbon-absorbing 'blue carbon' ecosystems whose conservation value is rising in an era of climate crisis.

A listing can invigorate tourism and the local economy but also brings development limits and conservation duties; sustained local stewardship is key.

Sharing nature's value with the world raises local identity while affirming a responsibility to future generations.