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Japan’s 2026–2030 NAP: why the new plan matters for responsible supply chains
Japan closed its first National Action Plan (NAP) on Business and Human Rights (2020–2025) with ... -
Can algorithms really spot forced labour, or are we just automating our blind spots?
Responsible supply chain is no longer a nice-to-have. It is becoming a compliance requirement. The ... -
Vietnam’s next five-year plan is taking shape, and supply chains should pay attention
Vietnam’s new five-year socio-economic direction for 2026–2030 is now clearer than it was a few ... -
Timeline: New Zealand’s Modern Slavery & Worker Exploitation Legislation
New Zealand is moving towards a mandatory modern slavery reporting regime through the proposed Modern ... -
New Zealand’s Modern Slavery Bill: what it is, how it may work, and what it ...
New Zealand is moving towards a modern slavery reporting regime through a proposed Modern Slavery ... -
After the EU “Omnibus” on CSRD and CSDDD, should Asian businesses hold off?
The short answer is no. The EU’s Omnibus package changes timelines and narrows parts of ... -
Nepal’s LDC graduation is a supply chain deadline, not a development headline
On 24 November 2026, Nepal is scheduled to graduate from the Least Developed Country category ... -
EU–India FTA: what just happened, what we know so far, and what it means for ...
After years of stop-start talks, the European Union and India have announced that negotiations on ... -
Strategic preparation for social audits in Japan: what suppliers should do, and what buyers must ...
Social audits are routine in many manufacturing hubs. A site can receive a notification, pull ... -
Why Asia Is Stepping Up on Responsible Supply Chains, and Could Soon Lead
For years, “responsible supply chain” talk about Asia sounded like something imported. Brands in Europe ...
The Asia Pacific Responsible Supply Chain Desk serves as a strategic resource hub dedicated to helping businesses navigate complex regional regulations while integrating ethical labor practices and environmental sustainability into their core operations.
