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Navigating Biopiracy and Benefit Sharing
This chapter examines the ethical issues surrounding biopiracy, where affluent nations exploit genetic resources from poorer countries without fair compensation. It highlights efforts by international organizations, such as the UN, to create frameworks for equitable benefit-sharing agreements. Despite progress, significant challenges remain, particularly with digital access to genetic data, prompting debates on accountability and the effectiveness of recent agreements.