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180 nations debate shark, eel, rhino, and ivory protections in Uzbekistan; decisions due Dec. 5.
Global wildlife talks in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, are underway with over 180 nations debating key CITES proposals, including a potential Appendix I ban on the oceanic whitetip shark and expanded protections for eel species to combat illegal trade.
Japan opposes eel listings, citing economic and enforcement risks.
Controversial proposals to allow limited sales of rhino horn and elephant ivory to fund conservation are backed by Namibia but criticized by animal groups fearing they could boost illegal markets.
Decisions on shark protections and other species are expected by December 5.
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180 naciones debaten sobre la protección de tiburones, anguilas, rinocerontes y marfil en Uzbekistán; las decisiones deben tomarse el 5 de diciembre.