Archive · 24 Nov 2025
Global Wildlife Talks Focus on Rhino Horn, Shark Conservation
A big meeting is happening in Uzbekistan where more than 180 countries are talking about how to protect animals and plants.
They are discussing whether to allow some countries to sell rhino horns and elephant ivory to help with conservation, but many groups worry this could lead to more illegal trading.
They are also talking about protecting sharks and eels, with some countries wanting stricter rules and others, like Japan, opposing these changes.
The meeting is important because it helps decide the rules for trading wildlife around the world.
Global wildlife talks in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, focus on rhino horn trade, shark conservation, and eel trade restrictions.
More than 180 nations and conservation experts are discussing proposals to protect endangered species.
Contested proposals include allowing limited rhino horn sales and increased protections for eels and sharks.
Japan opposes stricter eel trade regulations, arguing it could lead to higher prices and increased poaching.
CITES members will vote on proposals, with some measures, like increased shark protections, likely to gain support.
- Who
- More than 180 nations and conservation experts
- What
- Global wildlife talks focusing on rhino horn trade, shark conservation, and eel trade restrictions
- When
- Meeting opened on Monday, runs until December 5
- Where
- Samarkand, Uzbekistan
- Why
- To discuss and vote on wildlife trade proposals to protect endangered species
- Location
- Samarkand, Uzbekistan
- Organizing Body
- CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora)
- Number of Participating Nations
- More than 180
- Duration of Meeting
- Until December 5
- Contested Proposals
- Eel trade restrictions, rhino horn sales, shark protection
- Appendix I Species
- Trade almost entirely banned
- Appendix II Species
- Additional scrutiny and certification required for trade