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Taiwan – National Human Rights Institutions / Ombudspersons

III. The state duty to respect human rights B. Actions taken Promotion of consistency in human rights policies (page 5) ‘Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan passed the “Organic Act of the Control Yuan National Human Rights Commission” in 2019. Then the National Human Rights Commission was formally established on 1 August 2020 to serve as the government’s…

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Taiwan – Indigenous peoples

III. The State duty to protect human rights B. Actions taken Promoting human rights through government procurement operations (page 8) ‘Taiwan has implemented regulations that include such measures, including […]”Indigenous Peoples Employment Rights Protection Act.” All these acts prohibit discrimination, encourage green purchasing, and promote environmental protection.’ This information is also covered under Appendix 4:…

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Taiwan – Development finance institutions

Taiwan’s NAP does not explicitly address this issue.

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Taiwan – Extractives sector

Taiwan’s NAP does not explicitly address this issue.

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Taiwan – Guidance to business

IV. The corporate responsibility to respect human rights B. Actions taken State encouragement of respect by businesses for human rights (page 11) ‘[…] the idea that businesses should fulfill their social responsibilities has been incorporated by the government into the “Company Act.” As a result, all businesses in Taiwan now have a clear legal basis…

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Taiwan – Land

IV. The corporate responsibility to respect human rights C. Actions planned Advocate for disclosure of non-financial information (pages 14-15) ‘In addition to studying the feasibility of expanding the range of businesses subject to a compulsory requirement to prepare CSR reports, the Taiwan government will also advocate for disclosure by businesses of non-financial information (related issues…

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Taiwan – Data protection & privacy

III. The state duty to protect human rights C. Actions planned Continue promoting international human rights dialogue and cooperation (page 9) ‘Taiwan will continue to carry out human rights consultations and dialogue with the European Union. In the area of digital human rights, as talks with the European Union regarding a GDPR adequacy decision for…

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Taiwan – Non-financial reporting

IV. The corporate responsibility to respect human rights B. Actions taken Greater information transparency (page 13) ‘Since 2014, the Taiwan government has used legislation to require listed companies matching a certain description to prepare a CSR report each year, and as of 2020 our government — making reference to the non-financial disclosure rules and practices…

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Taiwan – Children’s rights

III. The state duty to protect human rights B. Actions taken Voluntary commitment to implementation of international covenants (page 6) ‘[…] although Taiwan is not a member of the United Nations, it has nevertheless signed and ratified important United Nations human rights covenants in recent years, including the […] “Convention on the Rights of the…

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Taiwan – Human rights defenders and whistle-blowers

V. Access to remedy C. Actions planned Push for the passage of whistleblower protection mechanisms (page 21) ‘Besides continuing to improve remedy systems and encouraging businesses to establish internal grievance mechanisms, the Taiwan government, in order to get people to make increased use of remedies and grievance channels, will also: (a) push for the passage…

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Taiwan – Persons with disabilities

III. The State duty to protect human rights B. Actions taken Voluntary commitment to implementation of international covenants (page 6) ‘[…] although Taiwan is not a member of the United Nations, it has nevertheless signed and ratified important United Nations human rights covenants in recent years, including the […] “Convention on the Rights of People…

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Taiwan – Tourism sector

Taiwan’s NAP does not explicitly address this issue.

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Taiwan – Environment & climate change

III. The State duty to protect human rights B. Actions taken Promotion of international exchange and cooperation (page 6) ‘[…] In addition, Taiwan has inserted “CSR clauses,” “investment/environment/labor clauses,” and “general exceptions” into previously signed trade and investment agreements, so our government has taken concrete actions to safeguard human rights.’ This information is also covered…

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Norway – Health

1. Global developments and CSR 1.1 Developing an international framework for CSR [Page 13] The UN Guiding Principles are intended to promote more sustainable, socially beneicial economic development. Promoting human rights is directly and indirectly linked with environmental protection, climate and anti-corruption eforts. For example, the right to health can be afected by hazardous substances…

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Norway – tourism

The Norwegian NAP does not make an explicit reference to the tourism sector.

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Norway – Privat

2. the state duty to protect human rights 2.4 Competitive tendering for public services [page 25] The fifth principle states that: States should exercise adequate oversight in order to meet their international human rights obligations when they contract with, or legislate for, business enterprises to provide services that may impact upon the enjoyment of human…

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4.3 Criteria for ensuring effective non-judicial grievance mechanisms [page 41] The 31st principle sets out criteria for ensuring the effectiveness of non-judicial grievance mechanism. The criteria are designed to ensure that those for whom the mechanism is intended are aware of it, have confidence in it and are in a position to use it. Companies…

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4.2 Non-state-based grievance mechanisms  Cooperation on grievance mechanisms [page 41] The 30th principle concerns cooperation on ensuring access to grievance mechanisms. Norwegian companies should take steps, either alone or in cooperation with others, to ensure that their cooperation partners and suppliers provide access to effective grievance mechanisms where appropriate.

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4.2 Non-state-based grievance mechanisms  Grievance mechanisms at company level [page 41] The 29th principle concerns what companies themselves should do to ensure access to grievance mechanisms. Companies that discover or are made aware that they may cause or help to cause a violation of individuals’ rights should establish or participate in effective grievance mechanisms and…

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