Trade in minerals and human rights:towards responsible sourcing of minerals from conflict areas in Europe (Regulation (EU) 2017/821)
ISSN: 0928-0634
Year of publication: 2020
Issue: 24
Pages: 155-179
Type: Article
More publications in: SYbIL: Spanish yearbook of international law
Abstract
Regulation 2017/821 laying down supply chain due diligence obligations for importers in the European Union establishes a common System of obligations that entail minimum standards of responsible sourcing hitherto unknown in Europe. It represents a positive trend in the strengthening of due diligence practices and respect for human rights by European companies when exercising cross-border activities. This paper provides an analysis of its application in order to highlight its possible strengths and weaknesses before it is finally implemented.