<h1>Global IP Treaty Boosts Protection for Traditional Knowledge and Genetic Resources, Empowers Local Communities Worldwide.</h1> The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) treaty on intellectual property, genetic resources, and associated traditional knowledge represents a major achievement for India and the Global South. It integrates traditional knowledge systems into the global IP framework, recognizing the link between local communities and their genetic resources. This treaty, supported by over 150 countries, mandates patent applicants to disclose the origin of genetic resources used in inventions, enhancing protection against misappropriation. It aims to increase transparency, safeguard biodiversity, and foster inclusive innovation. The treaty requires changes in legal frameworks worldwide, marking a step towards sustainable development and collective growth.