United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights

The United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights establish a framework for how businesses should respect and support human rights. They emphasize that companies have a responsibility to avoid harming human rights through their operations and to address any negative impacts they may cause. The principles encourage states to protect human rights, while businesses should adopt policies that ensure ethical practices. In essence, it calls for cooperation between governments and businesses to safeguard human rights in all aspects of business conduct, promoting accountability and transparency in the process.