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EU contributes 8 million Euro to support the CITES tree species programme and the protection of African elephants
For use of the media only; not an official document. JOINT PRESS RELEASE EU contributes 8 million Euro to support the CITES tree species programme and the protection of African...
Russian Federation to host the 70th meeting of CITES Standing Committee in Sochi in October 2018
For use of the media only; not an official document. PRESS RELEASE Russian Federation to host the 70th meeting of CITES Standing Committee in Sochi in October 2018 Geneva, 13...
African and Asia-Pacific countries brought together to strengthen and harmonize wildlife laws
For use of the media only; not an official document. PRESS RELEASE African and Asia-Pacific countries brought together to strengthen and harmonize wildlife laws Geneva, 12 July 2017 - Senior...
CITES welcomes G20 leaders’ Declaration on combating corruption related to illegal trade in wildlife
For use of the media only; not an official document. PRESS RELEASE CITES welcomes G20 Leaders’ Declaration on combating corruption related to illegal trade in wildlife Geneva, 10 July 2017...
CITES Secretary-General's remarks at the World Economic Forum - Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017 - Dalian, China
World Economic Forum Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017 Dalian, China, 28 June ‘Stemming the Surge in Illegal Wildlife Trade’ John E. Scanlon, Secretary-General, CITES (watch the recorded live...
New Funds from France and Monaco to boost global alliance’s frontline efforts to combat wildlife crime
For use of the media only; not an official document. PRESS RELEASE New Funds from France and Monaco to boost global alliance’s frontline efforts to combat wildlife crime Geneva, 26...
The world needs wildlife tourism. But that won't work without wildlife - External link to CITES Secretary-General's Op Ed
Wildlife-based tourism is growing rapidly worldwide as the number of tourists continues to grow and as we, as travellers, seek out new and more enriching personal experiences with local cultures...
Global fight against illegal ivory trade needs more teeth, as the killings continue in Africa - External link to CITES Secretary-General's Op Ed
John Scanlon says bold action by countries like China are a major blow to elephant poachers and ivory smugglers, but the world needs to do more to tackle both supply...
CITES Parties are making headway on strengthening national wildlife legislation
Significant progress has been made by CITES Parties to adopt national legislation for the effective implementation and enforcement of the Convention since the 17th meeting of the Conference of the...