A zoo in Finland is returning two giant pandas to China years ahead of schedule due to financial difficulties.
The pandas were originally loaned to the zoo in 2017 as part of a diplomatic gesture to celebrate Finland's 100 years of independence. However, rising inflation and operational costs have made it unsustainable for the zoo to continue caring for the pandas. The decision highlights the financial strain many institutions are facing globally.
The pandas were initially expected to stay until 2033.
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A Finland zoo is returning two giant pandas to China – here’s why
A zoo in Finland is returning a pair of giant pandas to China as financial hardship and rising inflation are making it difficult to keep them.
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Zoo in Finland returning giant pandas to China as they are too expensive to keep
The panda pair were China’s gift to mark the Nordic nation’s 100 years of independence in 2017 and were supposed to be on loan until 2033.
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