The protection of genetic resources and traditional
knowledge associated with these resources is an urgent legal and ethical issue,
particularly in Indonesia, which is rich in biodiversity and indigenous
cultural heritage. This article examines the integration of inclusive moral
rights concepts in safeguarding genetic resources and traditional knowledge
within indigenous communities, emphasizing the role and responsibility of the
Indonesian government. Using a normative-legal research method combined with a
socio-legal approach, this study analyses the inadequacy of current legal
frameworks to fully recognize moral rights dimensions, including the right to
be acknowledged, respected, and protected in an inclusive manner. Findings show
that the incorporation of inclusive moral rights strengthens the recognition of
indigenous peoples’ dignity and cultural identity while ensuring equitable
benefit-sharing mechanisms. The paper argues that the Indonesian government
must implement policies that uphold inclusive moral rights, establish clear
regulations recognizing community moral rights over their genetic resources and
traditional knowledge, and foster participatory mechanisms in decision-making
processes. This integration is essential to protect indigenous cultural
heritage from misappropriation and to promote social justice in biodiversity
governance.
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