Donald Trump’s administration plans to allow imports of elephant trophies from Zimbabwe into the US – a move campaigners fear could damage global momentum on ending the ivory trade. The National Rifle Association (NRA), which joined with SCI to challenge the elephant trophy ban in court, also praised the rollback. It is unfortunate that the Trump administration is willing to sacrifice that leadership position,” said Jeff Chrisfield, African Wildlife Foundation’s chief operating officer. “China continues to show strong leadership and will close all ivory trade within her borders by the end of the year. The last thing we need is a sudden blast of oxygen from a misguided policy change.”Facebook Twitter Pinterest A lion displayed as a hunting trophy.

Source: The Guardian November 16, 2017 14:06 UTC