OECD Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct
The OECD Guidelines recommend that multinational enterprises act responsibly worldwide. They cover areas such as human and labour rights, the environment, the prevention of corruption and consumer interests. The Guidelines provide guidance on risk-based due diligence for enterprises and their supply chains. Practical guides support implementation.
Purpose and development of the Guidelines
The OECD Guidelines are recommendations by OECD member states and other countries to multinational enterprises on responsible business conduct.
Content of the OECD Guidelines
The Guidelines cover human rights, labour rights, the environment, anti-corruption, consumer interests, transparency, technology, competition and taxation.
OECD due diligence guidance
The guidances help companies to carry out risk-based due diligence in order to address potential adverse impacts arising from their operations, supply chains and business relationships.
Contact
Foreign Economic Affairs Directorate
Special Foreign Economic Service / International Investment and Corporate Sustainability
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