India, Oct. 22 -- A new policy guide launched at COP17 in Armenia aims to help governments integrate animal welfare into biodiversity conservation and public health policies.

Animals for Biodiversity and Health recommends stricter regulation of wildlife trade, improved habitat protection and phasing out high-risk livestock confinement systems.

The guidance comes amid growing concerns over biodiversity loss, zoonotic diseases and antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

Examples from Colombia, Belgium, Brazil and other countries show how animal welfare and habitat protection measures are being incorporated into public policies.

A new policy tool aimed at helping governments improve animal welfare while implementing the Global Action Plan (GAP) ...