2023 Forum on Responsible Mineral Supply Chains

Due diligence and traceability of 3T minerals in DRC: Challenges and prospects for improvement in the context of EU due diligence legislation

Apr 27, 2023 | 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Partner session - Auditorium

Description

Organised by: Bureau d’Etudes Scientifiques et Techniques « BEST asbl » and African Resources Watch « AfreWatch » The panel will discuss the effectiveness of due diligence and traceability systems for 3T minerals in DRC in light of the findings of the Global Witness report “The ITSCI Laundromat: How a due diligence scheme appears to launder conflict minerals” and opportunities the EU Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence and the revision of the EU due diligence regulation for minerals from conflict-affected and high-risk areas may offer. This session will be held in English with French interpretation.