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Whaling back to the future

International Whaling Commission debates stance on commercial whaling

By Susan Milius

- More than 2 years ago

The International Whaling Commission begins its60th meeting Monday amid hopes — and fears — that this year will be different.

DON’T TOUCH Great whales, such as humpbacks, in theory are protected by an International Whaling Commission moratorium on commercial whaling. The commission, which begins its 60th meeting today, has been roiled by debate over whether to continue the moratorium.