Commentary on the "Guidelines for Respecting Human Rights in Responsible Supply Chains, etc." and its Impact on Corporate Practices

Commentary on the "Guidelines for Respecting Human Rights in Responsible Supply Chains, etc." and its Impact on Corporate Practices

Table of Contents

1.Scope of the Guidelines

2.Actions Required of Companies under the Guidelines

3.Structure of the Guidelines

4.How to Read and Understand the Guidelines

5.Key Points for Practical Implementation

5-1. What is "Human Rights" should be Respected by Companies - Scope of "Human Rights" (Guideline 2.1.2.1)

5-2. Establishment of Human Rights Policy (Guideline 3)

5-3. Implementation of Human Rights Due Diligence (Guideline 4)

5-4. Establishment of Remedy Mechanisms (Guideline 5)

6.Future Schedule, Anticipated Developments, etc.

Authors: Akiko Ishida
Magazine/Book:BUSINESS LAWYERS website
Publisher:Bengo4.com,Inc.
Practice: ESG and Sustainability Business and Human Rights
Date of publication: September 29, 2022

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