The Contention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is a multilateral treaty to guide national strategies for biodiversity. It supports sustainable development through three objectives:

1. The conservation of biological diversity,
2. The sustainable use of the components of biological diversity,
3. The fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources.

For more information see https://www.cbd.int/.

Author: United Nations

Citation: United Nations. (1992). Convention on Biological Diversity. New York. [83] p.

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