Biosafety (Genetically Modified Organisms) Regulations 2006. Country/Territory Niue (New Zealand) Document type Regulation Date 2006 (2006) Source FAO, FAOLEX Original source Niue Consolidated Subsidiary Legislation. Subject Agricultural & rural development, Environment gen. Keyword International trade Authorization/permit Biosafety Genetically modified organism (GMO) Precautionary principle Institution Inspection Offences/penalties Geographical area Asia and the Pacific, Oceania, Polynesia, Small Island Developing States, South Pacific Abstract These Regulations provide for the implementation of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety to the Convention on Biological Diversity and provides rules relative to the handling (importation, exportation, development, contained use and testing) of genetically modified organisms (GMO's). Handling of GMO's shall be controlled by the Environment Council. Rules also concern unintentional releases and transboundary movements. The Environment Department shall be the National Focal Point for all purpose associated with the Cartagena Protocol. Full text English Website www.paclii.org References - Legislation Implements Environment Act 2003 (No. 264 of 2003). Legislation | Niue (New Zealand) | 2003 (2006) Keyword: Basic legislation, Institution, EIA, Liability/compensation, Environmental planning, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Policy/planning Source: FAO, FAOLEX