Benefits arising from the use of biodiversity have not been shared equitably with communities who have protected it for centuries
Can Montreal help communities: Here is what to expect from COP15
The fate of biodiversity hangs in balance as negotiators congregate in Montreal to discuss Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework
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Can Montreal help communities: Access and benefit-sharing mechanisms are yet to translate to real gains
Nagoya Protocol sets clear mandates for potential users of genetic resources to obtain prior informed consent from the communities associated with the resource
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Can Montreal help communities: Here’s a look at access and benefit-sharing around the world
Communities managing and providing biodiversity resources do not get benefits, while users evade regulations
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Can Montreal help communities: COP15 negotiators have their work cut out; here is how
Developed countries are expected to oppose their developing counterparts; but change is imperative
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