If the case doesn't hold up, or proves to be a paper infraction with little consequence, it could damage other efforts to
stem illegal trade in forest products.
Not exact matches
It is possible to
stem some part of the
illegal trade in wildlife by interdicting it at key points around the globe, including JFK and Newark airports, as well as airports in the major capitals of the world.
The conviction comes just as US Secretary of State Hilary Clinton has pledged increased US assistance to
stem to growing
illegal trade in endangered species.
An important two - day meeting is under way in London exploring fresh approaches to
stemming the booming
illegal trade in rare wildlife.