Genomic Data Sharing: Navigating The Ethical Issues In Collaborative Research Relationships Between The Global North-South

Abstract

Establishing relationships with international collaborators that are built on trust and equity is critical. Policymakers should consider developing regulatory frameworks that foster equity and fairness in data sharing and access in collaborative research. This will be facilitated by engaging in active advocacy dialogues with funders, and policymakers, and researchers from both the North and South. Researchers from the Global South should have their capacities strengthened and empowered so they have the skills necessary to access and utilize the data as well as advocate favourably.