Training on identifying illegal wildlife trade activity in Laos.
© Li Zhang
Strengthening Cooperation to Reduce Illegal Wildlife Trade at the China-Laos Border
Grantee Name: Beijing Normal University
- Hotspot
- Indo-Burma
- Location
- China
- Amount
- $42,578
- Dates
- Nov 2021 – Feb 2024
- Keywords
- Awareness, Capacity building, Networks, Wildlife trade
Investigate the current situation of illegal wildlife trade (IWT) and consumption in and around Xishuangbanna Nature Reserve in China and the bordering region in Laos. Strengthen the capacity of agencies responsible for combating IWT by providing training and facilitating cooperation. Conduct a public campaign in key border areas to raise awareness about the risks and laws related to IWT.
Strategic Direction
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2 Mitigate zoonotic disease risks by reducing illegal trade and consumption of and threats to wildlife
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