The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity, 1992
Description
The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity main objectives are the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of the components of biological diversity and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources. The Convention "promotes and builds capacity for the sustainable management of forests, including the management of non-timber forest products and resources".
Source link
http://www.cbd.int/doc/legal/cbd-en.pdf
Full reference
The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity
| Policy | |
| Year | 1992 |
|---|---|
| Policy area | Biodiversity and endangered species policies |
| Affected activity | Harvesting/Production |
| Products | All NWFP |
| Subject | NWFP |
| Countries | UN countries |
| Regions (NUTS 2) | North Karelia |
| Focus on NWFP | Indirect |
| Instrument type | Regulatory |
| Legal status | Non-binding |
| Geographical scope | International |