Breakout Discussions Panel - International Laws on Reptiles & Amphibians - CITES, Import and Export The import and export of animals in the United States is managed by the USF&WS according to US and International laws under the CITES conventions. In the Euorpean Union this role is tasked to similar agencies.This is an overview of rules and regulations, permits, licenses and processes involved in the legal import and export of reptiles to and from the EU. This 1 hour informal round table discussion is to be a review of the role of EU and International agencies and organizations, review issues with current or proposed laws and regulations, and work together to determine and suggest resolutions. If you know of specific examples of problems or issues regarding Local laws on reptiles and amphibians we may list here, please contact us. Panelists are invited by our panels commmittee. To suggest a panelist or to volunteer your services for our panels committee to help us determine the best panelists, please contact us. Proposed Topics How do I export to an EU country? How do I imnport from an EU counrty? What permits and licenses are required? How long does it take to get the proper permits? What agencies regulate the trade in the EU? What is the impact of CITES regulations? What happens when your declined a permit? How can overseas serviceman bring a CITES pet home from an EU country? Panelists Moderator: TBD TBD Panelist: La Ferme Tropicale Karim Daoues, Director Panelist: United States Fish & Wildlife Service Craig Hoover, Chief, Branch of Operations Panelist: United States Fish & Wildlife Service Amneris Siaca, Permit Biologist, Branch of Permits Panelist: - To be determined - To be determined -