The International Tropical Timber Organisation (ITTO) has endorsed the government's proposal to protect and conserve a significant area in the upper Baram forest area, also known as the Baram Peace Park.

During its 56th session in November, the International Tropical Timber Council officially approved the proposal that was formally submitted by the government, resulting in the ITTO committing to raise US$814,128 to the project’s budget to match a US$1,202,325 contribution by the government making it a total of US$2,016,453 (RM8.17 million).