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Bonded Labour in India: Human Rights Abuses and Corporate Accountability
Introduction Despite the enactment of The Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976 almost fifty years ago,…
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More Than a Verdict: Local Perspectives on the Pakistan Reko Diq Dispute
Introduction In 1993, the Broken Hill Proprietary Company (BHP) entered into an agreement with the provincial…
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The Simplification Omnibus and the Rule of Law: Undermining Corporate Sustainability in the EU and Beyond?
Introduction: The European Union has historically been a pioneer in sustainability regulation, leading the way with…
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Investment Treaties: Protecting Transition Investments, but are They Just?
Introduction The urgent demand for critical minerals has led to the expansion of mining operations, often…
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Universities’ Human Rights Responsibilities: Implications for International Agreements
Introduction In a global environment marked by armed conflicts and human rights abuses, universities are increasingly…
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A Call for Fair Treatment and Wages in Nepal’s Mountaineering and Tourism Industry from a Business and Human Rights Perspective
Introduction Earlier this year Nepal adopted its National Action Plan (NAP) on Business and Human Rights.…
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In an Era of Digital Disruptions, Ethics Can’t Be an Afterthought
Ethics Right From the Start The end of the year 2021 brought an extraordinary announcement that a technological…
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A corporate accountability law of substance takes the floor – it’s time to ensure U.K. companies finally take responsibility for human rights and environmental abuses
A new law on the cards It has been a long journey for the UK to bring domestic force to…
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Reflections on The Neglect of Indigenous Women’s Voices in Development Projects and The Need for Their Legal Protection: The Case of Indigenous Women in Indonesia
Introduction Indigenous women have a crucial role to play in the development of Indonesia. In addition…
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The Extractive Industry and Indigenous Rights: The Case of the Sami People in Sweden
Introduction On 12 January 2023, the Swedish mining company LKBA announced the discovery of Europe’s largest deposit of…