The earths biological resources form the basis of our food, fibres and. Conceived as a practical tool for translating the principles of agenda 21 into reality, the convention recognizes that biological diversity is about more than plants, animals and micro. Convention on biological diver sity 1992 preamble article 1objectives article 2use of terms. The overall objectives of the convention were to establish a means for the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of the utilisation of genetic resources. The 1992 united nations convention on biological diversity. Where appropriate, options for implementing a convention article are provided. In october 2020, the united nations convention on biological diversity cbd will adopt a new global biodiversity framework, including new global goals and targets. The convention on biological diversity, its nagoya.
Convention on biological diversity international treaty. The united nations convention on biological diversity. It is based on a major pioneering development in biological diversity management. A convention on biological diversityan efficient framework. The convention on biological diversity cbd, known informally as the biodiversity convention, is a multilateral treaty. Convention on biological diversity cbd convention on. This years celebrations of the international day for biological diversity our biodiversityour foodour health, on 22 may 2019, focuses on biodiversity as the foundation for our food and. The cbd was the result of a decades worth of diplomatic effort, originally led by the united states, which included several different u. We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Conscious also of the importance of biological diversity for evolution and for maintaining life. The designations employed and the presentation of the material in this publication do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of the secretariat of the convention on biological diversity concerning the legal status of any country, territory, city or area of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of.
Its work culminated on 22 may 1992 with the nairobi conference for the adoption of the agreed text of the convention on biological diversity. Seventh session of the intergovernmental negotiating committee for a convention on biological diversity. The convention on biological diversity notes and revision materials. By continuing to use our website, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. The convention on biological diversity oxbridge notes.
The first zero draft of the framework pdf, 475k was released on january 2020. United nations convention on biological diversity, 1992. Conventions on biological diversity linkedin slideshare. Biological diversity means the variability among living organisms from all sources including, inter alia, terrestrial, marine and other aquaticecosystems and the ecological complexes of which they are part. To guide the implementation of the convention on biological diversity conservation, a governing body and a number of working groups have been established. History of the convention convention on biological diversity. The convention on biological diversity of 5 june 1992 1760 u.
One of the matters agreed on was opening the convention on biological diversity cbd for adoption. The convention on biological diversity calls for each party to develop a national biodiversity strategy and action plan nbsap to guarantee that the objectives of the convention are undertaken at all levels and in all sectors in each country article 6. The united nations environment programme unep tasked experts to prepare an international legal instrument for the conservation and sustainable use of. A legal framework exists for countries all over the world to protect biodiversity together. Implementing doha mandates by david vivas eugui1 6th of july, 2002 1 the views expressed are those of the author and do not necessary reflect those of ciel or the south centre. The primary goal of a guide to the convention on biological diversity is to explain the conventions text. On 22 may 1992, the draft convention on biological diversity unep. The ministry of foreign affairs and trade mfat invites views on the draft targets, to help. This multinational treaty went into effect on december 29, 1993 with the objective of developing international approaches for conserving and promoting sustainable interactions surrounding biological diversity. The convention was opened for signature on 5 june 1992 at the united nations conference on environment and development the rio earth summit. Biological diversity biodiversity is the degree of variation of life forms within a given ecosystem, biome, or an entire planet. The objectives of this convention, to be pursued in accordance with its relevant provisions, are the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources, including by appropriate access to genetic resources and by appropriate transfer of relevant technologies.
Aware of the generai lack of information and knowledge regarding biological diversity and of the urgent need to develop scientific. Biological diversity means the variability among living organisms from all sources including, inter alia, terrestrial, marine and other aquatic ecosystems and the ecological complexes of which they are part. The objectives of this legally binding global treaty are the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, as well as a fair sharing of the. By continuing, you are agreeing to our cookie policy. Cuba the government of the republic of cuba declares. The objective of this convention is to ensure the conservation of biodiversity, in order to facilitate the sustainable use of its resources. Conscious of the intrinsic value of biological diversity and of the ecological, genetic, social, economic, scientific, educational.
Each signatory has responsibility for the conservation and sustainable use the biological diversity with in its own nation. Decision 1426 of 17 june 1987 adopted by the governing council of the united nations environment programme rationalization of international conventions on biological diversity. It remained open for signature until 4 june 1993, by which. It seeks to protect genetic diversity, slow the rate of species extinction and conserve habitats and ecosystems. Work on the treaty concluded in nairobi in may 1992 with the adoption of the nairobi final act by the nairobi. Also, clarify artificial distinctions between biological and microbiological organisms and processes. The convention on biological diversity is an international treaty signed during the united nations conference on environment and development in 1992, also known as earth summit. The convention on biological diversity, its nagoya protocol. One of the key agreements adopted at rio was the convention on biological diversity.
Home biodiversity knowledge and use the convention on biological diversity the convention on biological diversity is an international treaty signed during the united nations conference on environment and development in 1992, also known as earth summit. The biodiversity we see today is the fruit of billions of years of. The contracting parties, concious of the intrinsic value of biological diversity and of the ecological, genetic, social, economic, scientific, educational, cultural, recreational and aesthetic values of biological diversity and its components. Signed by 150 government leaders at the 1992 rio earth summit, the convention on biological diversity is dedicated to promoting sustainable development. In many instances, these suggestions draw on existing environmental policy documents and action plans such as the world. The convention on biological diversity cbd the convention on biological diversity cbd by marjo vierros programme officer, marine and coastal biological diversity 2 cbd history and operational structure. General assembly, report of the governing council of the united nations environment programme on the work of its fourteenth session to. The text of the legal instrument was discussed and agreed upon in nairobi on 22 may 1992 and it was called the convention on biological diversity cbd.
Convention on biological diversity linkedin slideshare. You can also access new zealands sixth national report pdf, 2099k on this website. Biodiversity convention on biological diversity cbd. Biological diversity or biodiversity is the term given to the variety of life on earth and the natural patterns it forms. The primary goal of a guide to the convention on biological diversity is to explain the convention s text. United nations audiovisual library of international law. This site uses cookies in order to function as expected. It aims to conserve biological diversity, promote sustainable use of components of biological diversity and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic. Convention on biological diversity, international treaty designed to promote the conservation of biodiversity and to ensure the sustainable use and equitable sharing of genetic resources. Work on the treaty concluded in nairobi in may 1992 with the. Text of the convention convention on biological diversity. Relationship between this convention and its protocols. Biodiversity in general terms deals with biological and geographical units such as genes, species, ecosystems at different levels of scale up to biogeographic regions. The 1992 united nations convention on biological diversity juan antonio herrera izaguirre sumario.
Treaty document 10320 convention on biological diversity. Pdf the 1992 united nations convention on biological diversity. A guide to the convention on international union for. The objectives of this legally binding global treaty are the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, as well as a fair sharing of the benefits of the utilization of. The convention on biological diversity cbd stems from the growing recognition that biological diversity is an asset of tremendous value to present and future generations across the world. Convention on biological diversity 5 june 1992 preamble the contracting parties, conscious of the intrinsic value of biological diversity and of the ecological, genetic, social, economic, scientific, educational, cultural, recreational and aesthetic values of biological diversity and its components, conscious also of the importance of. United nations convention on biological diversity 1992. Convention on biological diversity 5 june 1992 preamble the contracting parties, conscious of the intrinsic value of biological diversity and of the ecological, genetic, social, economic, scientific, educational, cultural, recreational and aesthetic values of biological diversity and its components. The convention on biological diversity, its nagoya protocol, and access to. An imperative for indigenous participation the biodiversity convention. The convention on biological diversity was adopted on may 22, 1992 and entered into force on december 29, 1993. European rabbits were introduced into australia and quickly spread, reproduced, and became a terrible pest. The convention on biological diversity in a nutshell. The preparations and the convention period put the focus very much on what biodiversity is and what it means to mankind and what the globe will be like for our children if we fail in safeguarding biodiversity at all its levels.
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