Business and Human Rights: Implementing the UN Guiding Principles
Keywords:
human rights impacts, including labor exploitation, environmental degradation, displacement of communitiesAbstract
The relationship between business activities and human rights has become a central concern in global governance. The adoption of the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) in 2011 marked a transformative moment by establishing a universally recognized framework built on the pillars of “Protect, Respect, and Remedy.” This article critically examines the implementation of the UNGPs, focusing on state obligations, corporate responsibilities, and access to remedies. It evaluates progress made over the past decade, identifies persistent challenges, and proposes recommendations to strengthen accountability and effectiveness in practice.
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