Section 19

shall transfer any biological resource or traditional knowledge associated with a biological resource or results of research in relation to a biological resource or traditional knowledge to a person or institution other than that referred to in paragraphs 18(a)

and (b) without the prior approval of the Competent Authority.

Where the approval is given by the Competent Authority for the transfer, such transfer shall be subject to such conditions as may be prescribed and the transferee shall be required to apply for a permit under this Act, unless otherwise decided by the Competent Authority.

A permit holder or the person or institution referred to in paragraphs 18(a) and (b) shall notify the Competent Authority of the access and such access may be subject to such terms and conditions as may be imposed by the Competent Authority.

Permit for non-commercial purpose not to be used for commercial purpose