New European regulation on the trade of ivory and objects containing ivory Music Industry Statement on the Definition of Musical Instruments Pre-1975 January 13, 2022 As a preamble, we wish to express our support for the measures taken by the European...
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New European regulation on the trade of ivory and objects containing ivory Music Industry Statement on the Definition of Musical Instruments Pre-1975 January 13, 2022 As a preamble, we wish to express our support for the measures taken by the European Commission to regulate the ivory trade in order to protect elephants from poaching and the trafficking that accompanies it. The instrument making professionals that we represent have long since adapted to the use of substitute materials for the manufacture of new instruments. However, as they are currently formulated, these new rules present inconsistencies that expose our sector to very heavy consequences, without any benefit for the achievement of the objectives of the text. During the four years prior to the publication of this text on December 30 last, our representative organizations worked closely with the Commission. This coordination led to the recognition of the relevance of exemptions applicable to musical instruments. It is ind
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