Gabon Names AGADEV as Competent Authority for Nagoya Protocol. LIBREVILLE, Gabon — The Gabonese government has designated the Agence Gabonaise de Développement de l’Économie Verte (AGADEV) as the national competent authority for implementing the Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits, according to an official statement from the state agency seen by the Gabonese Press Agency. This move reinforces Gabon’s environmental governance and affirms its commitment to biodiversity and traditional knowledge.
The AGADEV will oversee access procedures, ensure the prior consent of communities, guarantee equitable benefit sharing, and assist actors in compliance with the Protocol. Officials commented on the matter. Sende Etali, the Director-General of AGADEV, stated.
With this new role, the AGADEV aims to strengthen dialogue with institutions, researchers, companies, local communities, and technical and financial partners to build a transparent and attractive framework for responsible investments.
According to regional officials, the appointment of AGADEV as the competent authority for the Nagoya Protocol signifies Gabon’s dedication to sustainable development and environmental protection.
The agency is expected to facilitate the process of accessing genetic resources while ensuring that local communities benefit fairly from their use.
The decision comes as Gabon continues to prioritize environmental conservation and sustainable development.
The AGADEV’s role in implementing the Protocol is crucial in ensuring that the country’s natural resources are utilized responsibly and that the benefits derived from them are shared equitably. Further details are expected regarding the implementation strategies and timelines for the Nagoya Protocol in Gabon.
The AGADEV’s appointment as the competent authority is a significant step towards achieving these goals.
