Pacific Island experts have welcomed a new international treaty that aims to prevent biopiracy as a major step forward in global efforts to protect indigenous intellectual property, genetic resources and traditional knowledge.
There are, however, serious questions about its limitations, with some experts calling certain provisions equivalent to a toothless tiger. They also ask Pacific Island countries will be able to contest cases of biopiracy in the international arena.
What does the treaty do?World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) member states approved the treaty in May . . .