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Earth Times Singapore Consumption of shark's fins soared in Singapore last year powered by a robust economy and an increase in weddings despite pleas from environmental groups noting one-third of the species in the world are at risk of extinction or critically endangered, a published report said on Saturday. More than 470 tonnes were devoured in 2007 compared to 182 tonnes in 2006 placing Singapore among the world top five shark's fin importers alongside Hong Kong, China, Taiwan and Indonesia, The Straits Times said. Hong Kong is the top consumer. |
