These Regulations provide for the implementation of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety to the Convention on Biological Diversity and provides rules relative to the handling (importation, exportation, development, contained use and testing) of genetically modified organisms (GMO's). Handling of GMO's shall be controlled by the Environment Council. Rules also concern unintentional releases and transboundary movements. The Environment Department shall be the National Focal Point for all purpose associated with the Cartagena Protocol.
Niue (New Zealand) · 2006-07-04