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This article discusses how international trade between Australia and China affects efforts to protect biodiversity. It explores the implications of trade agreements like the ChAFTA and WTO rules on biodiversity conservation, focusing on the challenges and opportunities faced by policymakers in balancing trade interests with environmental protection.

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Understanding the relationship between trade and biodiversity conservation is crucial for developing sustainable practices that minimize harm to ecosystems. By examining how trade agreements influence conservation efforts, policymakers can make informed decisions to promote biodiversity protection while fostering economic growth. Key Takeaways: • International trade can accelerate biodiversity loss through unsustainable practices. • Trade agreements like ChAFTA and WTO rules impact biodiversity conservation policies. • Policymakers face challenges in balancing trade interests with environmental protection. • Sustainable trade practices are essential for preserving biodiversity and ecosystems. • Collaboration between countries is key to promoting biodiversity conservation in trade agreements. [Some of the content on this page has been created by AI]

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This page is a summary of: Lifting the Tide on Biodiversity Conservation through Trade and Investment: Biodiversity Conservation under ChAFTA and the WTO, Chinese Journal of Environmental Law, June 2023, Brill,
DOI: 10.1163/24686042-12340096.
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