S.L. 549.27 Art. 5Language of Convention. Preamble THE Conscious genetic, social, values of Conscious maintaining Affirming humankind, Reaffirming Reaffirming diversity and Concerned human Aware of diversity and capacities to appropriate Noting that reduction or Noting also biological for postponing Noting diversity

The text of the said Convention on Biological Diversity appears in the Schedule which is being published in the English language with the English text of these regulations. SCHEDULE

CONVENTION ON BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY

CONTRACTING PARTIES, of the intrinsic value of biological diversity and of the ecological, economic, scientific, educational, cultural, recreational and aesthetic biological diversity and its components, also of the importance of biological diversity for evolution and for life sustaining systems of the biosphere, that the conservation of biological diversity is a common concern of that States have sovereign rights over their own biological resources, also that States are responsible for conserving their biological for using their biological resources in a sustainable manner, that biological diversity is being significantly reduced by certain activities, the general lack of information and knowledge regarding biological of the urgent need to develop scientific, technical and institutional provide the basic understanding upon which to plan and implement measures, it is vital to anticipate, prevent and attach the causes of significant loss of biological diversity at source, that where there is a threat of significant reduction or loss of diversity, lack of full scientific certainty should not be used as a reason measures to avoid or minimize such a threat, further that the fundamental requirement for the conservation of biological the in-situ conservation of ecosystems and natural habitats and the and recovery of viable populations of species in their natural further that ex-situ measures, preferably in the country of origin, also have role to play, the close and traditional dependence of many indigenous and local embodying traditional lifestyles on biological resources, and the of sharing equitably benefits arising from the use of traditional innovations and practices relevant to the conservation of biological the sustainable use of its components, Recognizing also the vital role that women play in the conservation and use of biological diversity and affirming the need for the full of women at all levels of policy-making and implementation for diversity conservation, importance of, and the need to promote, international, regional and cooperation among States and intergovernmental organizations and the non-sector for the conservation of biological diversity and the sustainable components,

Acknowledging that the provision of new and additional financial resources and access to relevant technologies can be expected to make a substantial difference in the world's ability to address the loss of biological diversity,

Acknowledging further that special provision is required to meet developing countries, including the provision of new and additional resources and appropriate access to relevant technologies, Noting in this regard the special conditions of the least developed small island States, Acknowledging that substantial investments are required to conserve diversity and that there is the expectation of a broad range of environmental, economic and social benefits from those investments, Recognizing that economic and social development and poverty the first and overriding priorities of developing countries, Aware that conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity importance for meeting the food, health and other needs of the growing population, for which purpose access to and sharing of both genetic technologies are essential, Noting that, ultimately, the conservation and sustainable use diversity will strengthen friendly relations among States and contribute humankind, Desiring to enhance and complement existing international arrangements conservation of biological diversity and sustainable use of its components, Determined to conserve and sustainably use biological diversity for present and future generations, HAVE AGREED AS FOLLOWS: Article 1. Objectives

The objectives of this Convention, to be pursued in accordance with provisions, are the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable components and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising utilization of genetic resources, including by appropriate access to genetic and by appropriate transfer of relevant technologies, taking into account over those resources and to technologies, and by appropriate funding. Article 2. Use of Terms

For the purposes of this Convention: "Biological diversity" means the variability among living organisms sources including, inter alia, terrestrial, marine and other aquatic ecosystems ecological complexes of which they are part; this includes diversity between species and of ecosystems. "Biological resources" includes genetic resources, organisms or populations, or any other biotic component of ecosystems with actual use or value for humanity. "Biotechnology" means any technological application that uses systems, living organisms, or derivatives thereof, to make or modify processes for specific use.

"Country of origin of genetic resources" means the country which possesses genetic resources in in-situ conditions.

"Country providing genetic resources" means the country supplying resources collected from in-situ sources, including populations of species, or taken from ex-situ sources, which may or may not have that country. "Domesticated or cultivated species" means species in which the evolutionary been influenced by humans to meet their needs. "Ecosystem" means a dynamic complex of plant, animal and micro-organism and their non-living environment interacting as a functional unit. conservation" means the conservation of components of biological outside their natural habitats. material" means any material of plant, animal, microbial or other origin functional units of heredity. resources" means genetic material of actual or potential value.

means the place or type of site where an organism or population occurs.

conditions" means conditions where genetic resources exist within and natural habitats, and, in the case of domesticated or cultivated surroundings where they have developed their distinctive properties. conservation" means the conservation of ecosystems and natural habitats maintenance and recovery of viable populations of species in their natural and, in the case of domesticated or cultivated species, in the where they have developed their distinctive properties.

area" means a geographically defined area which is designated or managed to achieve specific conservation objectives.

economic integration organization" means an organization constituted States-of a given region, to which its member States have transferred in respect of matters governed by this Convention and which has been authorized, in accordance with its internal procedures, to sign, ratify, accept, accede to it.

use" means the use of components of biological diversity in a way that does not lead to the long-term decline of biological diversity, maintaining its potential to meet the needs and aspirations of present and generations. "Technology" includes biotechnology. Principle have, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and the international law, the sovereign right to exploit their own resources their own environmental policies, and the responsibility to ensure that within their jurisdiction or control do not cause damage to the environment or of areas beyond the limits of national jurisdiction.

Jurisdictional Scope the rights of other States, and except as otherwise expressly provided in Convention, the provisions of this Convention apply, in relation to each Party:

case of components of biological diversity, in areas within the limits jurisdiction; and case of processes and activities, regardless of where their effects out under its jurisdiction or control, within the area of its national jurisdiction or beyond the limits of national jurisdiction.

Article 5. Cooperation Each Contracting Party shall, as far as possible and as appropriate, other Contracting Parties, directly or, where appropriate, through international organizations, in respect of areas beyond national jurisdiction other matters of mutual interest, for the conservation and sustainable biological diversity. Article 6. General Measures for Conservation and Sustainable Use Each Contracting Party shall, in accordance with its particular capabilities: a) Develop national strategies, plans or programmes for the conservation sustainable use of biological diversity or adapt for this purpose existing plans or programmes which shall reflect, inter alia, the measures Convention relevant to the Contracting Party concerned; and

(b) Integrate, as far as possible and as appropriate, the conservation sustainable use of biological diversity into relevant sectoral or cross-sectoral programmes and policies. Article 7. Identification and Monitoring

Each Contracting Party shall, as far as possible and as appropriate, for the purposes of Articles 8 to 10:

a) Identify components of biological diversity important for its and sustainable use having regard to the indicative list of categories Annex I;

(b) Monitor, through sampling and other techniques, the components biological diversity identified pursuant to subparagraph (a) above, paying attention to those requiring urgent conservation measures and those greatest potential for sustainable use;

(c) Identify processes and categories of activities which have or have significant adverse impacts on the conservation and sustainable biological diversity, and monitor their effects through sampling techniques; and

(d) Maintain and organize, by any mechanism data, derived from and monitoring activities pursuant to subparagraphs (a), (b) and (c) above. Article 8. In-situ Conservation Each Contracting Party shall, as far as possible and as appropriate:

a) Establish a system of protected areas or areas where special to be taken to conserve biological diversity;

b) Develop, where necessary, guidelines for the selection, establishment management of protected areas or areas where special measures need conserve biological diversity; c) Regulate or manage biological resources important for the conservation biological diversity whether within or outside protected areas, with ensuring their conservation and sustainable use; d) Promote the protection of ecosystems, natural habitats and the of viable populations of species in natural surroundings; e) Promote environmentally sound and sustainable development protected areas with a view to furthering protection of these areas;

Rehabilitate and restore degraded ecosystems and promote the recovery of species, inter alia, through the development and implementation of plans management strategies; Establish or maintain means to regulate, manage or control the risks with the use and release of living modified organisms resulting from which are likely to have adverse environmental impacts that could conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity, taking also into risks to human health; Prevent the introduction of, control or eradicate those alien species which ecosystems, habitats or species; to provide the conditions needed for compatibility between present conservation of biological diversity and the sustainable use of its

Subject to its national legislation, respect, preserve and maintain knowledge, and practices of indigenous and local communities embodying lifestyles relevant for the conservation and sustainable use of biological promote their wider application with the approval and involvement of of such knowledge, innovations and practices and encourage the sharing of the benefits arising from the utilization of such knowledge, and practices; Develop or maintain necessary legislation and/or other regulatory provisions protection of threatened species and populations; a significant adverse effect on biological diversity has been pursuant to Article 7, regulate or manage the relevant processes and activities; and Cooperate in providing financial and other support for in-situ conservation subparagraphs (a) to (l) above, particularly to developing countries. Ex-situ Conservation Contracting Party shall, as far as possible and as appropriate, and for the purpose of complementing in-situ measures: measures for the ex-situ conservation of components of biological preferably in the country of origin of such components; Establish and maintain facilities for ex-situ conservation of and research on and micro-organisms, preferably in the country of origin of genetic measures for the recovery and rehabilitation of threatened species and reintroduction into their natural habitats under appropriate conditions; Regulate and manage collection of biological resources from natural habitats conservation purposes so as not to threaten ecosystems and in-situ of species, except where special temporary ex-situ measures are subparagraph (c) above; and Cooperate in providing financial and other support for ex-situ conservation subparagraphs (a) to (d) above and in the establishment and maintenance conservation facilities in developing countries. Article 10. Sustainable Use of Components of Biological Diversity

Each Contracting Party shall, as far as possible and as appropriate: a) Integrate consideration of the conservation and sustainable use resources into national decision-making; b) Adopt measures relating to the use of biological resources minimize adverse impacts on biological diversity; c) Protect and encourage customary use of biological resources with traditional cultural practices that are compatible with conservation sustainable use requirements;

d) Support local populations to develop and implement remedial degraded areas where biological diversity has been reduced; and e) Encourage cooperation between its governmental authorities sector in developing methods for sustainable use of biological resources.

Article 11. Incentive Measures Each Contracting Party shall, as far as possible and as appropriate, economically and socially sound measures that act as incentives for the and sustainable use of components of biological diversity.

Article 12. Research and Training The Contracting Parties, taking into account the special needs countries, shall: a) Establish and maintain programmes for scientific and technical and training in measures for the identification, conservation and sustainable biological diversity and its components and provide support for such training for the specific needs of developing countries; b) Promote and encourage research which contributes to the conservation sustainable use of biological diversity, particularly in developing countries, alia, in accordance with decisions of the Conference of the Parties consequence of recommendations of the Subsidiary Body on Scientific, and Technological Advice; and c) In keeping with the provisions of Articles 16, 18 and 20, cooperate in the use of scientific advances in biological diversity developing methods for conservation and sustainable use of biological Article 13. Public Education and Awareness The Contracting Parties shall:

a) Promote and encourage understanding of the importance measures required for, the conservation of biological diversity, propagation through media, and the inclusion of these topics in programmes; and b) Cooperate, as appropriate, with other States and international in developing educational and public awareness programmes, with conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity.

Article 14. Impact Assessment and Minimizing Adverse Impacts