Malaysia pledges to protect biodiversity and manage wildlife trade responsibly at the CITES COP20, emphasising science-based marine management and global cooperation.
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting biodiversity and ensuring responsible wildlife trade at a major international conference.
Fisheries Department director-general Datuk Adnan Hussain delivered the nation’s stance at the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) COP20 in Uzbekistan.
He stated that Malaysia’s participation demonstrates its ongoing commitment to prudent, science-based marine resource management.
“The trade in wildlife, particularly high-concern marine species, must be strictly regulated to safeguard ecosystem sustainability,” Adnan said in a statement.
He added that Malaysia will continue to play an active role in CITES decision-making to protect national interests while supporting global conservation.
The triennial CITES COP20 conference brings together 185 member countries to coordinate sustainable trade and curb illegal wildlife activities.
The meeting also focuses on strengthening CITES governance and evaluating proposals to list species under its protection appendices.
