Tag: Human Rights

When the term “forced labour” is mentioned, many people still imagine chains, locked doors, or dimly lit factories in distant parts of the world....

Responsible investment is entering a new phase as the UN Principles for Responsible Investment prepares to roll out its 2026 Reporting Framework. Announced in November...

Human trafficking and money laundering are two interlinked crimes that together enable vast networks of exploitation. With human trafficking generating billions in illicit revenue...

The EC recently put forward the 'Sustainability Omnibus' proposal, a significant initiative aimed at streamlining sustainability reporting across the EU. According to Position Green,...

Sanctions are essential mechanisms employed by countries and international bodies to support national security, uphold human rights, and combat illegal activities such as terrorism, drug trafficking, and international crimes.

The recently implemented CS3D established by the European Commission on July 25, 2024, mandates a radical shift in how financial institutions handle their operations and global value chains.

Introduced in 2014, the NFRD aimed to encourage greater transparency by requiring large companies to integrate ESG information alongside financial data in their annual reports.

Modern slavery continues to deeply impact economies worldwide. A 2024 report by the International Labour Organization highlights a disturbing increase in profits from forced labour, which now total an estimated $236bn annually—a 37% jump since 2014.

The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) is poised to reshape the European corporate landscape significantly.

In April 2024, the European Parliament endorsed the CSDDD, marking a pivotal advancement in sustainable and ethical corporate conduct.