Ms. Malonzo discussed the value of UNGP in providing a global standard and internationally recognized baseline on human rights and business operations issues. She also pointed out the need to strengthen national human rights institutions as one key measure in order to redress victims of corporate human rights violations.

 

Turning to the role of the private sector, she said that as development actors they must adhere to human rights standards and be accountable for their actions. Initiatives that fall under the category of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) should not be confused with human rights compliance, which is basic and mandatory, she added.#