The path forward: OECD perspectives on company-union agreements' role in shaping responsible business practices

During the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) forum on due diligence in the garment and footwear sector, which took place in Paris from February 19 to 23, prominent experts delved into the potential of legally binding agreements voluntarily adopted by companies and global trade unions. Representatives from various sectors, including brands, manufacturers, trade unions, and government, engaged in robust discussions, sharing insights into their experiences while negotiating and implementing such agreements. Additionally, they examined the role of these agreements in light of impending mandatory due diligence legislation, sparking debates that confronted perspectives from the public and private sectors, and those from employers and unions.