Thailand seeks regional help to fight wildlife trade

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Updated March 13, 2009 20:30:21

Thailand is looking for broader regional support in the fight against the multi-million dollar illegal trade in wildlife.

The call for more support, including from Australia and New Zealand, came as the government announced the training of 250 Bangkok airport personnel to assist in the recovery of wildlife trafficked through the international gateway.

Presenter: Ron Corben
Speakers: Suvit Khunkitti, Thailand's Minister for Natural Resources and the Environment; Steve Galster, a senior member of the ASEAN WEN force; Eric John, U.S. Ambassador to Thailand

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