The Signatories of the Memorandum of Understanding concerning Conservation Measures for the West African Populations of the African Elephant (West African Elephant MOU) are encouraged to consider replacing their Work Programme with the African Elephant Action Plan (AEAP) and to implement the MOU through the AEAP and the African Elephant Fund structure. The Signatories of this MOU are encouraged to meet and decide on the future of this MOU.