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F. WILDLIFE PRESERVATION IN HONG KONG
General
Hong Kong is party to Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. HKG take
responsibilities under convention very seriously.
Import, export and preservation of rare and endangered species of animals and plants are controlled by law in Hong Kong and their import for use as food is prohibited there.
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Hong Kong authorities do all they can to control movement of rare species at border crossings as well as making spot checks at markets and restaurants in Hong Kong.
Review of HKG efforts
HKG currently reviewing their efforts to see whether they can be stepped up or made most effective. In this context, HKG already considering proposals to strengthen inspection in markets and restaurants in Hong Kong.
HKG Auction
Items to be sold in HKG auction on 26 February are listed unde Schedule II of Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. Trade of such items for commercial purposes may be allowed under strict licencing control.
No intention to intervene. Auction held property under
convention guidelines and with strict licencing requirements imposed by HKG on potential buyers.
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