Illegal wildlife trade in Laos thrives with rising Chinese tourism
Covert footage revealed illegal wildlife trade operations in Laos catering to Chinese tourists. More than 1 million pangolins have been poached in the last decade, primarily for their highly sought-after scales. Conservationists indicate rising instances of pangolins appearing in urban areas, suggesting an alarming increase in trafficking linked to an influx of visitors from China.
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Published 14 Jul 2026, 11:17 UTC · Updated 14 Jul 2026, 12:00 UTC
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