Convention on Biological Diversity

The Convention on Biological Diversity is the international instrument for "the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits derived from the use of genetic resources", which has been ratified by 196 countries. Its general objective is to promote measures that lead to a sustainable future. The conservation of biological diversity is the common interest of all humanity. The Convention on Biological Diversity covers biological diversity at all levels: ecosystems, species and genetic resources. It also covers biotechnology, among other things, through the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety. In fact, it covers all possible domains that are directly or indirectly related to biodiversity and its role in development, from science, politics and education, to agriculture, business, culture and much more.