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EU, ICCWC, and civil society join forces to combat wildlife crime
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Nearly 20,000 live animals seized, 365 suspects arrested in largest-ever wildlife and forestry operation
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Review of trade sustainability and conservation progress for pangolins, seahorses, rosewoods and more at upcoming CITES Standing Committee’s 78th meeting

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What is CITES?
What is CITES?

An international agreement between governments...

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Trade suspensions

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Uzbekistan unveils official logo for CITES CoP20
World Wetlands Day 2025: Message from CITES Secretary-General Ivonne Higuero
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CITES Launches Sponsored Delegates Project for CoP20 in Samarkand

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The International Consortium on Combating Wildlife Crime
The International Consortium on Combating Wildlife Crime
MIKE
Monitoring the Illegal Killing of Elephants
Supporting sustainable management of endangered tree species
Supporting sustainable management of endangered tree species

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InforMEA E-learning
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CITES Virtual College
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CITES Checklist
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