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A study by the Rights Lab, University of Nottingham and Anti-Slavery International published this week revealed that the UK is not effectively combating modern slavery through its trade and investment practices.    Despite recognising the Indo-Pacific region as key to trade, UK efforts fall short of international best practices, particularly in ensuring supply chains are free from forced labour, given that the Asia-Pacific region accounts for 59% of global slavery statistics. To truly act as a 'force for good,' the UK must adopt stronger, more coherent strategies in its trade agreements. Key recommendations include ensuring modern slavery concerns are embedded into trade and investment arrangements from beginning to end.    Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eBD-iMtG   #ModernSlavery #ESG #Trade #HumanRights #SustainableBusiness

"There has been an alarming rise in the number of victims identified across Scotland in recent years. Humans are being exploited and traded as commodities and this is happening right in our midst." - Scotland Against Modern Slavery. There's still time to join our IEMA Scotland East Steering Group for this engaging webinar on Modern Slavery in Scotland, where we welcome Shan Saba, Founder of Scotland Against Modern Slavery to talk about Modern Slavery; its roots in the transatlantic slave trade, harrowing real-life examples, warning signs to look out for, and guidance on what to do if you suspect someone is being forced into modern slavery. Book now: https://bit.ly/3VMA6mF

Are you in the Illawarra? Meet Commissioner James Cockayne (Office of the NSW Anti-slavery Commissioner) and get insights on how to understand, and manage the risks of modern slavery in operations and supply chains.

January 11 marks National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, a time for those working in logistics, shipping and transportation to recommit ourselves to ending human exploitation at home and abroad. Learn more about how the shipping industry is uniquely suited to battle trafficking below. https://bit.ly/4aPZqxt

In this interview, Martin van Staden of the FMF joins Chris Hattingh to discuss the FMF's new Section 12 Initiative, as well as the think tank's recently formulated Criminalisation Index. Stay informed, access the full video and become a CRA client: https://lnkd.in/gu7HET2 Understand. Prepare. Prosper.

A communist’s effort is BOTH economic and political as many of Maria’s programs most aptly reveal, and both aspects need to be understood. This particular clip discusses, among other things, how the demographic towards 1.0 replacement rate. 2.1 is the lowest rate to maintain a country’s existence. This birth rate resulted from China’s previous one child policy and put China on an eventual self-destruct course. Their real estate policies will hasten their economic destruction. Xi sees and understands these trends. He won’t wait much longer until he moves to make China secure as he defines security. Mao was aggressive. Xi will be aggressive, and soon. China may soon use the strength it now has to take from others what it thinks it needs to not only survive, but thrive. Gordon Chang is an expert on China. I recommend his words and work for to everyone to follow.

✋ The value of #mediation as a tool to facilitate political solutions to armed conflict is under severe pressure. Read our latest Strategic Security Analysis on "Ending Armed Conflicts: Beyond Mediation", where author Mark Knight, Executive-in-Residence in the GCSP’s Global Fellowship Initiative, introduces an approach known as “advising armed actors” to support a transition from #war to #peace in a way that establishes a trajectory towards an environment where human rights are protected by the rule of law. 📰 Read more here: https://bit.ly/3LtTRcz

Canada’s Modern Slavery Act is now in effect: is your #supplychain ready? In line with its obligations under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), Canada has enacted the Fighting Against Forced Labor and Child Labor in Supply Chains Act (commonly known as the Canadian Modern Slavery Act or CMSA) as its first piece of modern slavery legislation. Under this new law, companies operating in Canada will be required to file annual, public reports on the state of their multi-tier supply chain, and any risks associated with forced labour. Check out our latest case study to learn how the Altana Atlas – our map of the global supply chain – can help you understand your multi-tier supply chain and effectively counter forced labour globally. https://lnkd.in/dU56QQPZ

My Gosh, so much negativity and hate out in the UK at the moment. Lets take a minute and stop and think, why are we so angry and what do we need to put to right? I think this will give us an idea on what we need to focus on and that is always about putting things right. Also another phrase, which always comes up is British Values, do we know what they are, well here is a reminder: democracy. the rule of law. individual liberty. mutual respect. tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs. This is what this country was built on and lets stick to these values.

In our episode of 'Civil Society and Young Political Forces Dialogue Series,' Amb. Tahir Qadiry will explore the crucial theme of upholding justice during the transition from war and tyranny to peace and democracy. Joining him is Ehsan Qaane, a Research Fellow at the Raoul Wallenberg Institute. Together, they will delve into the mechanisms for ensuring accountability, reconciliation, and a robust legal framework. #CivilSocietyDialogue #JusticeInTransition #PeaceAndDemocracy