× Information on this section of ECOLEX comes from the InforMEA Portal which compiled information from MEA Secretariats with the support of the European Union. The accuracy of the information displayed is the responsibility of the originating data source. In case of discrepancy the information as displayed on the respective MEA website prevails. Financial and operational sustainability of the MIKE and ETIS programmes Document type Decision Reference number 19.36 (Rev. CoP20 Date Dec 5, 2025 SourceUNEP, InforMEA Status Active Subject Wild species & ecosystems Treaty Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (Mar 3, 1973) Meeting Twentieth meeting of the Conference of the Parties Website cites.org Abstract Decision directed to SecretariatThe Secretariat shall: a) subject to external resources, pursue the following approaches to address the financial and operational sustainability of the MIKE and ETIS programmes: i) prepare proposals for support to the MIKE and ETIS programmes for consideration by donors; ii) further explore alternative options to secure support from alternative funding sources, such as the private sector and through crowdfunding; and iii) continue to enhance operational performances, including improvements to the MIKE Online Database, ETIS Online and online training, and identifying and implementing cost-effective approaches to deliver on MIKE and ETIS objectives; and b) provide the Standing Committee with a report on the activities it has undertaken and the results thereof, including funding secured to support the implementation of the MIKE and ETIS programmes.