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In 2005, China donated $250,000 to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for the Development of Sustainable Eco-Tourism in the Southern Districts of Thailand project. The donation is part of the 2005 recovery plan for those affected by the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami. The project aims to "To diversify tourism opportunities of Southern Thailand to include eco-tourism, through Capacity development of small tourism businesses on alternatives and sustainable management of ecotourism; Increased awareness and knowledge of local communities in the planning process for eco-tourism in their respective areas; Assistance in media and awareness campaign." The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) Financial Tracking Service lists the project as flow ID #29991.