Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) was signed in Washington, DC, on 3 March 1973.
In August 2000, 152 States were parties to this Convention. The aim of CITES is to put a ban on international trade in wildlife.
The World Conservation Union IUCN brings together States, government agencies and a diverse range of non-governmental organizations in a unique world partnership. IUCN seeks to influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and sustainable use of natural resources.
International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food ....
