Wildlife trafficking remains a pervasive issue despite extensive efforts at both international and national levels. Discuss the comprehensive measures that are necessary to effectively combat wildlife trafficking worldwide.
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Topic: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate.
Topic: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate.
4. Wildlife trafficking remains a pervasive issue despite extensive efforts at both international and national levels. Discuss the comprehensive measures that are necessary to effectively combat wildlife trafficking worldwide. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Down to Earth
Why the question: The rhino and the cedar were the animal and plant species most affected by global illegal wildlife trade during 2015-2021, the 2024 World Wildlife Crime Report released by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Key Demand of the question: To write about the reasons for continued wildlife trafficking and measures needed against it. Directive word: Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Begin by giving context by citing a statistic from the article. Body: First, write about the reasons for wildlife trafficking – profitability, weak legal enforcement, high demand for exotic species, organized crime involvement, poverty, and inadequate international cooperation. Next, mention that are needed to address the above-mentioned issues – robust legislation and enforcement, increased awareness, international cooperation, support for alternative livelihoods, community engagement, sustainable tourism, and technological solutions. Conclusion: Conclude by writing a way forward.
Why the question:
The rhino and the cedar were the animal and plant species most affected by global illegal wildlife trade during 2015-2021, the 2024 World Wildlife Crime Report released by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the reasons for continued wildlife trafficking and measures needed against it.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context by citing a statistic from the article.
First, write about the reasons for wildlife trafficking – profitability, weak legal enforcement, high demand for exotic species, organized crime involvement, poverty, and inadequate international cooperation.
Next, mention that are needed to address the above-mentioned issues – robust legislation and enforcement, increased awareness, international cooperation, support for alternative livelihoods, community engagement, sustainable tourism, and technological solutions.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.