Convention On Biological Diversity

Question 1

Convention On Biological Diversity:

Answer 1

a. The Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety
b. Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit-sharing

Question 2

The Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety to the Convention on Biological Diversity is an international agreement which aims to:

Answer 2

ensure the safe handling, transport and use of living modified organisms (LMOs) resulting from modern biotechnology that may have adverse effects on biological diversity, taking also into account risks to human health.

Question 2

Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety adopted on?

Answer 2

Jan. 29, 2000

Question 3

Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety entered into force on?

Answer 3

Sept. 11, 2003

Question 4

Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit-sharing entered into force on?

Answer 4

Oct. 12, 2014

Question 5

Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits Arising from their Utilization to the Convention on Biological Diversity is an international agreement which aims at:

Answer 5

sharing the benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources in a fair and equitable way.

Question 6

Why is the Nagoya Protocol important?

Answer 6

it will create greater legal certainty and transparency for both providers and users of genetic resources

Question 7

What is Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety all about?

Answer 7

Focuses on the safe handling and movement of living modified organisms (LMOs) to prevent risks to biodiversity, especially during international trade or transfer

Question 8

What is Nagoya Protocol all about?

Answer 8

Ensures fair sharing of benefits from the use of genetic resources, like plants or microorganisms, between users (e.g., researchers) and the countries or communities providing them