Tuesday, 15 May 2012
Bill On Use Of Genetically Modified Organisms Discussed
Chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, a consultation was held in the Office of Government concerning the draft law of the Republic of Armenia on the use of genetically modified organisms (GMO). Following an in-depth discussion, the meeting participants suggested amending the bill.
Summing up the meeting, the Prime Minister said, “The law should contain strict rules in line with the international standards to prevent GMOs from being imported into the Republic of Armenia. The government will call back the bill from the National Assembly in order to finalize it as soon as possible.”
The draft law establishes the basic principles and mechanisms for biosafety in order to minimize or eliminate the negative impact of GMOs on the environment and biological diversity.
