Thailand Seizes Over 3.1 Tonnes of Ivory Hidden in Timber from Zambia
Thai authorities have seized over 3.1 tonnes of ivory, discovered hidden within timber imported from Zambia. This marks a significant success in the country's wildlife trafficking interdiction efforts.
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