But our planet’s wildlife populations have declined by more than 60% since 1970, and species are becoming extinct at an alarming rate.

Growing wealth among the middle class across the Greater Mekong and in neighboring China has resulted in increased demand for consumption of wildlife meat, parts and products. At the same time, agricultural expansion and infrastructure development is leading to the destruction of natural habitats which thousands of non-human species need to live. The dual threat of the wildlife trade and shrinking natural habitats is leading to drastic declines in the unique and irreplaceable biodiversity of the region. 

To reverse this loss of nature and create a future where wildlife and people live in harmony, governments, the private sector, civil society organisations, and local communities must work together to take urgent and radical actions