× 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. Introduction from the sea Document type Decision Reference number 20.118 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 Standing CommitteeWith support from the Secretariat, the Standing Committee shall: a) consider the need to, and if agreed, prepare guidance on the implementation of Resolution Conf. 14.6 (Rev. CoP16) on Introduction from the sea, limited to providing clarifications where required, on the application of the existing framework set forth in the Resolution, as well as to integrate, as appropriate, the following additional elements: i) responses to the recommendations and implementation challenges noted at the technical workshop on non-detriment findings for specimens of Appendix-II species taken from areas beyond national jurisdiction, and contained in document SC78 Doc. 48, paragraph 7 and paragraph 8 a) to i); and ii) key elements derived from the document on most frequently asked questions on introduction from the sea; b) consider establishing an intersessional working group with the mandate to support the implementation of subparagraph a) above and, subject to available resources, organize consultations and meetings to this end; and c) submit any guidance for consideration by the 21st meeting of the Conference of the Parties.