Wildlife campaigners are applauding China’s total ban on the commercial sale of ivory. The ban came into effect on New Year’s Eve.
Wildlife campaigners are applauding China’s total ban on the commercial sale of ivory.
The ban came into effect on New Year’s Eve.
China has long been a major market for ivory but has been gradually restricting its sale and import over recent years.
The country had already banned sales of ivory acquired after 1975. But critics say partial bans can help drive up demand and encourage illegal trading.
According to Chinese state media, the price of raw ivory has declined by 65% over the past year. Seizures of ivory entering China have declined by 80%.
