Biodiversitetskonventionen

The Convention on Biological Diversity, also known as the Biodiversity Convention, is an international treaty aimed at promoting the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components, and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising from the use of genetic resources. It was adopted in 1992 and entered into force in 1993. The convention is one of the three Rio Conventions, along with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification.

The Biodiversity Convention has three main objectives: the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components, and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising from the use of genetic resources. To achieve these objectives, the convention establishes a framework for international cooperation in the field of biological diversity.

The convention is structured around three main components: the Strategic Plan for Biodiversity 2011-2020, the Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits Arising from their Utilization, and the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety. These components provide a comprehensive approach to addressing the challenges of biodiversity loss and promoting sustainable development.

The Biodiversity Convention has been ratified by 196 countries, making it one of the most widely adopted international agreements. It serves as a framework for national and international efforts to address the challenges of biodiversity loss and promote sustainable development. The convention emphasizes the importance of involving local communities and stakeholders in decision-making processes to ensure that their rights and interests are respected and protected.