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THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 1 FOUNDATIONAL No.: G1.2 Action: Conduct an assessment on removing the reservations to CEDAW, CRC and CRPD. Output Indicator(s): Collaborative Partner(s): Chief Government Security Officer Minister’s Department (CGSO); BHEUU, JPM; Criminal Law Reform Committee (CLRC) No.: G1.3 Action: Review the legal and constitutional gaps related to the Child Act…

The Malaysia NAP does not make explicit reference to OECD National Contract Points (NCPs).

THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 3 No.: G3.1 Action: Study the weaknesses of, BHEUU and address the gaps related to, State and non-State grievance mechanisms. Output Indicator(s): Collaborative Partner(s): BHEUU No.: G3.6 Action: Introduce effective mediation and reconciliation as forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms through the use of experts for business- related…

THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 2 No.: G2.5 Action: Whether mandatory or discretionary, report on the company’s efforts to ensure corporate accountability to human rights, including the implementation of HREDD and steps taken to identify, prevent, mitigate and cease adverse impacts on human rights. THEMATIC PRIORITY 2: LABOUR UNGP PILLAR 2 No.: L2.4 Action:…

[SUHAKAM is acknowledged for the role in developing the NAP and in its work broadly on human rights in Malaysia, and that it mentioned as a Collaborative Partner in a range of actions, but that the actions listed here are those which address SUHAKAM directly.] THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 1 FOUNDATIONAL No.: G1.5…

THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 1 HUMAN RIGHTS OBLIGATIONS No.: G1.29 Action: Deliver BHR education and capacity building for state government agencies and businesses to improve enforcement. Output Indicator(s): Collaborative Partner(s): BHEUU; SUHAKAM; related federal agencies; State Governments THEMATIC PRIORITY 2: LABOUR UNGP PILLAR 1 FOUNDATIONAL No.: L1.4 Action: Streamline case management in the…

THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 1 HUMAN RIGHTS OBLIGATIONS No.: G1.30 Action: Assess the feasibility of the adoption of mandatory human rights and environmental due diligence (mHREDD) by businesses of difference sectors and sizes and clarify how due diligence is applied. Output Indicator(s): Collaborative Partner(s): BHEUU No.: G1.31 Action: Institutionalise human rights as a…

THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 3 No.: G3.9 Action: In the context of SLAPP, BHEUU reverse the legal burden of proof from those affected to the State and business for BHR-related litigation and enhance the range of defences available to defendants. Output Indicator(s): Collaborative Partner(s): BHEUU THEMATIC PRIORITY 3: ENVIRONMENT UNGP PILLLAR 1 ENVIRONMENTAL…

THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 3 No.: G3.1 Action: Study the weaknesses of, BHEUU and address the gaps related to, State and non-State grievance mechanisms. Output Indicator(s): Collaborative Partner(s): BHEUU No.: G3.2 Action: Establish a Human Rights Tribunal dedicated to human rights adjudication. Output Indicator(s): Collaborative Partner(s): BHEUU No.: G3.3 Action: Increase the availability…

The Malaysia NAP does not make explicit reference to Investment treaties and investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS).

[We are focusing on content which explicitly addresses IPs in this issue, but that the NAP contains significant content focused on communities which is also relevant, but not all is included]. THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 1 HUMAN RIGHTS OBLIGATIONS No.: G1.29 Action: Deliver BHR education and capacity building for state government agencies and…

THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 1 ANTI-BRIBERY AND-CORRUPTION No.: G1.19 Action: Promote inclusive and sustainable urban development by institutionalising effective Social Impact Assessments (SIAs) to protect public purpose lands and green spaces in urban settings. Output Indicator(s): Collaborative Partner(s): Ministry of Housing and Local Government; Local authorities (PBT) THEMATIC PRIORITY 3: ENVIRONMENT UNGP PILLLAR…

THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 3 No.: G3.5 Action: Expedite the proposed reforms to the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 [Act 711]. Output Indicator(s): Amendments to the Act will be done in three (3) phases, focusing on human and labour rights, and protecting those who report any unjustified treatment and any facts concerning offences established…

The Malaysia NAP does not make explicit reference to health and social care.

THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 1 HUMAN RIGHTS OBLIGATIONS No.: G1.29 Action: Deliver BHR education and capacity building for state government agencies and businesses to improve enforcement. Output Indicator(s): Collaborative Partner(s): BHEUU; SUHAKAM; related federal agencies; State Governments [Pillar 2 outlines expectations for businesses – these issues highlights actions which explicitly provides guidance or…

THEMATIC PRIORITY 1: GOVERNANCE UNGP PILLAR 1 FOUNDATIONAL No.: G1.2 Action: Conduct an assessment on removing the reservations to CEDAW, CRC and CRPD. Output Indicator(s): Evidence, insights and recommendations are developed on the effects and potential outcomes of removing the existing reservations to the conventions, which include an examination of constitutional gaps as well as…

BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT “[…] Human rights provisions in the Federal Constitution related to business and human rights are: […] 2. Freedom of Speech, Assembly and Association: Citizens have the right to express their opinions, assemble peacefully and form associations. While these rights are subject to limitations in the interest of national security, public order or…

BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT “[…] Human rights provisions in the Federal Constitution related to business and human rights are: […] 2. Freedom of Speech, Assembly and Association: Citizens have the right to express their opinions, assemble peacefully and form associations. While these rights are subject to limitations in the interest of national security, public order or…

A NATIONAL ACTION PLAN ON BUSINESS AND HUMAN RIGHTS IS ESSENTIAL TO MEET OUR HUMAN RIGHTS OBLIGATIONS What is the risk of inaction? […] “Forced labour sanctions and export restrictions: Labour rights violations have already led to foreign sanctions. Without decisive action to eliminate forced labour, Malaysia risks broader sanctions or loss of preferential trade…

No.: G3.9 Action: In the context of SLAPP, BHEUU reverse the legal burden of proof from those affected to the State and business for BHR-related litigation and enhance the range of defences available to defendants. Output Indicator(s): Collaborative Partner(s): BHEUU THEMATIC PRIORITY 3: ENVIRONMENT UNGP PILLLAR 1 SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT AND LAND AND MARINE BIODIVERSITY…