### Question
How does the law define international program for endangered or threatened species?


### Answer
Under *22 U.S.C. § 1978*, **international program for endangered or threatened species** is defined as:

> any ban, restriction, regulation, or other measure in effect pursuant to a multilateral agreement which is in force with respect to the United States, the purpose of which is to protect endangered or threatened species of animals

#### Citation:
  - *22 U.S.C. § 1978*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 25-PROTECTION OF VESSELS ON THE HIGH SEAS AND IN TERRITORIAL WATERS OF FOREIGN COUNTRIES**

