Indicators Relevant for Traditional Knowledge and Customary Sustainable Use

1. In accordance with decision XI/14 A, on progress in the implementation of Article 8(j) and related provisions, and decision XI/3 B, on indicators relevant to traditional knowledge and customary sustainable use, the Executive Secretary has prepared this document to report on progress made on adopted indicators for traditional knowledge and customary sustainable use. The document provides an overview of progress made on adopted indicators for traditional knowledge and customary sustainable use (section I); a summary of recent developments on indicators including initiatives of Governments and indigenous and local communities (section II); conclusions (section III), and suggested recommendations for the consideration of the Working Group (section IV).