Cartagena Protocol
/ˌkɑrtəˈheɪnə ˈproʊtəˌkɒl/
Definitions
- (n.) An international agreement under the Convention on Biological Diversity, aimed at protecting biological diversity by regulating the transboundary movement of living modified organisms (LMOs).
The Cartagena Protocol establishes procedures for safe handling and transfer of genetically modified crops.
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- cartagena protocol
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Commentary
The term specifically refers to the protocol adopted in 2000; usage typically involves international environmental regulatory contexts.
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