Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora
The latest news and top stories on the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). A Geneva, Switzerland-based international agreement, CITES is dedicated to ensuring international trade in wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. Its main areas of focus include regulating trade in over 40,000 species through a permit system, combating illegal wildlife trade and promoting sustainable use.