News Headline
EU Legislation On Nagoya Protocol Becomes Effective; What Effect On Indigenous Peoples’ Rights?
Source
Intellectual Property Watch
Publication Date
2014-10-14
The entry into force of an international treaty facilitating access to genetic resources and ensuring the fair sharing of potential commercial benefits has prompted the applicability of a European Union regulation relating to the treaty. This led a researcher to call on the treaty members to ensure its implementation protects the rights of indigenous and local communities.