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| Primary Document |
| Title: | Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Russian Federation on the Conservation and Management of the Alaska-Chukotka Polar Bear Population |
| Available From: | http://pbsg.npolar.no/en/agreements/US-Russia.html |
| http://www.bearbiology.com/iba/bearcons/pbtreaty.html | |
| Conclusion Date: | 2000-10-16 |
| Entry Into Force Date: | 2006-12-09 |
| Description: | The Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Russian Federation on the Conservation and Management of the Alaska-Chukotka Polar Bear Population recognizes the right of subsistence use of polar bears for native peoples. The Agreement also establishes a bilateral commission to manage the polar bear population, including the setting of sustainable quotas. |
| EISIL Categories: | Home >
International Environmental Law >
Antarctica & the Arctic (Polar Regions) Home > International Air, Space & Water > Antarctica & the Arctic |
| Keywords: | Antarctica & the Arctic endangered species |
| Language(s): | English |
| Document Creator: | United States and Russia |
| Site Administrator: | International Bear Association |
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