map
above is
the
summary of countries which have actively used CBDR in the formulation of their local
conventions. It can readily be seen that the use of CBDR is widespread and far-reaching. The
aforementioned statements and instruments show that there is no shortage of sources depicting
the CBDR as a guiding principle in international environmental frameworks. The consistent use
of the principle throughout the years shows its indispensability in the quest for fairer and more
The delay in the recognition of the Principle of CBDR as customary international law lies in the
dispute as to the nature and extent of differentiation in the