In the context of China banning all ivory trade and processing activities by the end of 2017, consider the following statements about CITES 1. The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora is an international agreemen

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Q: 82 (Current Affairs-DEC/2016)
In the context of China banning all ivory trade and processing activities by the end of 2017, consider the following statements about CITES
1. The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora is an international agreement between governments
2. It is to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival
3. Although CITES is legally binding on the Parties (they have to implement the Convention), it does not take the place of national laws.
Which of the above statements are correct?

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