03 December 2022: Under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, it was determined that about 90 percent of all internationally traded shark and ray species will only be traded if their populations are not endangered as a result. Reptiles and amphibians were also big winners. The trade ban on ivory from elephant tusks and rhino horn was also confirmed. Tropical tree species and medicinal plants were placed under protection for the first time.
The Washington Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has regulated international trade in endangered animal and plant species since 1973 and is one of the most important international conservation agreements. COP 19 was held in Panama City, Panama in November.
Author: GNF