Every day, endangered Malayan tigers are being smuggled to extinction — and it’s happening on our oceans.
A new investigation has revealed that commercial fishing vessels are secretly transporting tiger parts from Malaysia to Vietnam.
These ships are the perfect cover — they move across international waters carrying tons of cargo with almost no inspection. It’s cheap, low-risk, and deadly for one of the world’s most endangered big cats.
Once, over 3,000 Malayan tigers roamed the forests.
Now, fewer than 150 remain.
If we don’t act, this secret maritime trade route could wipe them out completely.
What We’re Demanding
We call on the U.S. Department of State and Congress to use America’s trade power to protect wildlife.
All future U.S. trade agreements with Vietnam and Malaysia must include:
Legally enforceable wildlife protection and anti-trafficking clauses strict monitoring and inspection of fishing vessels automatic sanctions or trade penalties when tiger trafficking is detected.
Why the U.S. Can Make a Difference
The U.S. has already proven it can use trade policy to fight exploitation.
In 2021, America banned seafood imports from Chinese vessels using forced labor — a groundbreaking move that showed maritime sanctions can work.
Now, we need the same leadership to stop wildlife trafficking at sea.
What You Can Do
Contact your Representatives and Senators and urge them to pressure the State Department to link trade benefits with wildlife protection.
Share this campaign to expose the hidden sea route driving tigers to extinction.
Our Goal
Secure binding clauses in U.S. trade agreements with Vietnam and Malaysia that:
Require transparent oversight of fishing fleets trigger sanctions when illegal wildlife transport is confirmed.
Add your name today — before the last Malayan tiger is lost forever.