Traditional knowledge (TK) plays an integral role in supporting sustainable development practices and can act as an enabler of sustainable development in indigenous and local communities (ILCs) through recognition of intellectual property rights (IPRs). This paper explores points of convergence...

This is a presentation given at an instructional course given to ITEC SCAAP country participants for the course on Trade and Sustainable Development organized by TERI, New Delhi. The presentation discusses conceptual issues around IPRs and the framework for its protection. It further examines...