FROM D OF E DRA 2 TG
SUPPLEMENTARIES
Q1
6,15.1989
9:28
P.14
What Member States supported the ban?
A1
The Council was unanimous in its concern for the plight of
the African elephant and was united in its resolve to initiate
action to ensure the survival of the species. Only Denmark were
unable for domestic political reasons to agree to the
introduction of an immediate ban.
Q2 Support for Appendix I listing?
A2
All Member States supported the UK Government view that
there is now a case for transferring the African elephant form
Appendix II to Appendix I of CITES.
Q3 What about existing stocks of ivory?
A3 New applications for import of ivory whatever the date of
acquisition will be refused unless there are exceptional
extenuating circumstances.