KM-D2 The threat of invasive alien species 
could be reduced with closer collaboration and 
coordination across sectors and countries to 
support the management of biological invasions 
{D26, D30} (Figure SPM.7). International, national 
and local agencies involved in developing policies for the 
environment, agriculture, aquaculture, fishing, forestry, 
horticulture, border control, shipping (including biofouling), 
tourism, trade (including online trade in animals, plants, and 
other organisms), community and regional development 
(including infrastructure), transportation and the health 
sector can all play a role in developing a coherent approach 
SUMMARY FOR POLICYMAKERS
The thematic assessment report on
INVASIVE ALIEN SPECIES
AND THEIR CONTROL
D. Ambitious progress to 
manage biological invasions8
can be achieved with integrated 
governance