Government Resolution No. implementing the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora and Council Regulation No. 338/97 on the protection of species of wild fauna and flora by regulating trade therein.

This Government Resolution primarily addresses national legal framework for implementing the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) and related European Union regulations. It designates the Ministry of the Environment as the Management Authority responsible for communication with other Member States, the Secretariat, and the European Commission, as well as for reporting on the Convention's implementation. The Environmental Protection Agency is tasked with issuing permits, certificates, and documents in accordance with the Regulation. Additionally, scientific functions are assigned to the Institute of Botanical Sciences and the Institute of Ecology of Vilnius University, while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is responsible for notifying relevant authorities of the Management Authority's details and any changes. The broader policy context involves aligning national procedures with international and EU obligations to regulate trade in protected species. Key measures include the formal designation of authorities and institutions responsible for managing and implementing the Convention and Regulation, as well as the establishment of communication channels with international bodies. It emphasizes the importance of compliance with the Convention and Regulation, with specific responsibilities assigned to various government bodies and scientific institutions. The document also highlights the procedural aspect of notifying the Government of changes in the Management Authority's details, ensuring ongoing compliance and coordination. Implementation is structured through designated institutional roles, with timelines and amendments specified in the referenced resolutions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is tasked with procedural notifications, while the scientific institutions support the technical aspects of implementation. The document includes references to online resources and links for further information, underscoring the procedural and informational mechanisms established to support enforcement and compliance. Overall, the document delineates a clear administrative and institutional framework aimed at ensuring Lithuania's adherence to international and EU trade regulations concerning protected species.