Govt clears inking MoU with US in wildlife conservation

The Union Cabinet’s decision will help India get the expertise of US based institutions in wildlife management and conservation and checking illegal trade.

“The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the United States of America and India to enhance cooperation in the field of wildlife conservation and combating wildlife trafficking,” an official statement said. 

The agreement seeks cooperation in various areas including wildlife forensics and conservation genetics which is useful in species conservation efforts and better scientific evidence collection in wild life crimes leading to better enforcement.