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CITES Greenlights Long-Tailed Macaque Trade Amid Global Support

2/5/2025

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In a pivotal move, the CITES Standing Committee has opted to continue trade on long-tailed macaques from Cambodia, buoyed by Japan's request and backing from the U.S. and Canada. This decision paves the way for a comprehensive evaluation of Cambodia's practices, underscoring the necessity of evidence-based policies vital for biomedical research and public health progress.

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In a pivotal move, the CITES Standing Committee has opted to continue trade on long-tailed macaques from Cambodia, buoyed by Japan's request and backing from the U.S. and Canada. This decision paves the way for a comprehensive evaluation of Cambodia's practices, underscoring the necessity of evidence-based policies vital for biomedical research and public health progress.