11/29/2025
Governments worldwide came together to pass every single shark and ray proposal—the most comprehensive protections in CITES history. From banning trade in oceanic whitetip sharks, manta rays, and whale sharks, to regulating gulper and smoothhound sharks, this victory gives these species a fighting chance against extinction.
With over 37% of shark and ray species threatened, today’s decision is a powerful step toward balance and hope for our seas.
Let’s celebrate this moment and keep pushing for swift implementation—because the ocean needs its guardians.