Law No. 014-003 of 11 February relative to the Conservation of Nature

Democratic Republic of the Congo
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The bioconservation law dictates the methods by which third parties may seek access to biological and genetic resources within the DRC. This includes process guidance and indications of penalties.

Applicable countryDemocratic Republic of the Congo
Topic
Subtopics
Scope of legislation
Access to resources
Prior informed consent (PIC)
Benefit-sharing
Legal sanctions
Original publication11 Mar 2015
Entered into force11 Aug 2015
Latest update11 Mar 2015
Available languages
French Loi n°14/003 du 11 février relative à la Conservation de la Nature
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