The European Commission proposal to ban products made with forced labour on the Union market comes at a crucial time as companies are integrating due diligence strategies on human and labour rights into their business models. To effectively and efficiently achieve its goals, the Commission should amend the proposal to ensure legislative coherence with due diligence legislation and circular economy rules, harmonisation across Member States, recognition of industry schemes, clarity of its database provisions and a phased-in entry into force, along with other key provisions.
Proposed amendments to the Forced Labour Regulation
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Addressing extraterritoriality in the EU’s sustainability framework
Joining other third-country business groups, AmCham EU has co-signed a joint statement outlining concerns about the extraterritorial implications of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The letter highlights concerns regarding legal uncertainty created by certain extraterritoriality requirements in the ongoing Omnibus 1 process and outlines recommendations to ensure a clear, workable framework for all companies operating in or engaging with the EU market.
Getting Omnibus I right: addressing extraterritorial reach and global business impacts in the CSDDD and the CSRD
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