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I am aware that sharks fin soup is a traditional delicacy in some Asian cultures. However,

the growth of this market is unsustainable and contributes to the decline of shark populations

globally. I fervently urge you to consider removing sharks fin soup from your menu, and

informing your customers of your commitment to shark conservation. Public awareness is

essential in this pursuit. Furthermore, the Sharks And Rays Conservation Act of 2010, or

House Bill No. 174, has been filed in Congress. Senate Bill No. 2616 entitled BANNING THE

CATCHING, SALE, PURCHASE, IMPORTATION AND EXPORTATION OF ALL SHARKS

AND RAYS has been filed as well. When these are passed, any person or corporation who

engages in the sale, purchase, and possession of sharks and their by-products will be

subject to 4-12 years imprisonment and/or a fine of fifty thousand pesos (P50,000) to five

hundred thousand pesos (P500,000). I have attached a copy of the bills for your reference.

If you will be bold enough to lead in marine conservation by simply removing shark s fin soup

from your menu, other restaurants will be inspired to follow. If the buying stops, the killing

can too.

Thank you in anticipation of your kind and expeditious action on the matter. I look forward to

your reply as I trust that this letter finds you all in good health and spirits.

Sincerely,

Anna R. Oposa

Director for Environmental Law Compliance and Enforcement

annaoposa@gmail.com

+63917-851-0209

Copy furnished:

Print and Electronic Media OutletsAtty. Asis Perez, Director

Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources

Hon. Proceso Alcala, Secretary

Department of Agriculture

Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri, Chair

Committee on Environment and Natural Resources

Hon. Mundita Lim, Director

Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau

Hon. Ramon Paje, Secretary

Department of Environment and Natural Resources

Mr. Lory Tan, President and CEOWorld Wildlife Fund-Philippines

Mr. Romy Trono, Executive Director

Conservation International

Mr. AA Yaptinchay,Director

Marine Wildlife Watch of the Philippines