What Does CITES Stand For?
CITES stands for Convention On International Trade In Endangered Species
CITES, or the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, is an international agreement aimed at ensuring that international trade in wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. Established in 1973, CITES provides a framework for countries to work together in regulating and monitoring trade, promoting conservation, and protecting endangered species through a system of import and export permits. The convention is critical for biodiversity conservation and sustainable management of natural resources.
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