China’s efforts on ivory ban yield results, receive global applause
China’s efforts to ban ivory trade have received worldwide acclaim as the effects of its strict measures are starting to be felt.
A nationwide prohibition has drastically brought down sales and demand for ivory since 2017 in China, once the world’s largest ivory market, garnering appreciation from international organizations and conservationists, xinhuanet.com reported.
“On behalf of the government of Kenya and the 32-member Coalition (African Elephant Coalition), I express our collective gratitude to China for closing its domestic ivory market,” the Kenya Wildlife Service tweeted on Saturday, quoting Najib Balala,