Convention on International Trade of Endangered Species of Wild Fauna & Flora (CITES)

Next week, representatives of both SCI and SCI Foundation will travel to Doha, Qatar, to participate in a major international wildlife trade policy meeting. About every three years, this “Meeting of the Conference of the Parties” to CITES decides whether trade is non-detrimental to the survival of listed species and sets guidelines for countries to follow that are in the best interest of wildlife conservation.  Among the many issues that will be discussed this year, trade in elephants and elephant ivory are again a hot topic on the agenda.  Also, a proposal suggests listing polar bears on Appendix I of CITES, which could ban all international movement of polar bear hunting trophies. There are also many technical issues, such as permitting issues for trade that will be discussed in detail.  SCI and SCIF delegates will fulfill one the most significant roles in advocating for hunters and sustainable use conservation on the international stage.  
 
Stay connected with the SCI and SCIF CITES Delegation by following the blog on www.safariclub.org. SCI will be giving members real-time updates on meetings and hallway conversations that may affect your next international hunt.