Cross-Cutting Issues

Cross-Cutting Issues

The COP has initiated work on key matters of relevance to all thematic areas. These cross-cutting issues correspond to the issues addressed in the Convention's substantive provisions in Articles 6-20, and provide bridges and links between the thematic programmes. Some cross cutting initiatives directly support work under thematic programmes, for example, the work on indicators provides information on the status and trends of biodiversity for all biomes. Others develop discrete products quite separate from the thematic programmes. The work done for these cross-cutting issues has led to a number of principles, guidelines, and other tools to facilitate the implementation of the Convention and the achievement of the 2010 biodiversity target.

• Aichi Biodiversity Targets
• Access to Genetic Resources and Benefit-sharing
• Biological and Cultural Diversity
• Biodiversity for Development
• Climate Change and Biodiversity
• Communication, Education and Public Awareness
• Economics, Trade and Incentive Measures
• Ecosystem Approach
• Ecosystem Restoration
• Gender and Biodiversity
• Global Strategy for Plant Conservation

• Global Taxonomy Initiative
• Impact Assessment
• Identification, Monitoring, Indicators and Assessments
• Invasive Alien Species
• Liability and Redress - Art. 14(2)
• Protected Areas
• Sustainable Use of Biodiversity
• Tourism and Biodiversity
• Traditional Knowledge, Innovations and Practices - Article 8(j)
• Technology Transfer and Cooperation