【Democratic R】Who Profits from Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Editor’s NoteThis analysis argues that the ongoing conflict stems not from diplomatic failure, but from an international system that incentivizes…
Conflict Minerals
Responsible Purchasing Practices
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines Stellantis’s governance approach to fostering integrity and responsibility across its complex, technology-driven…
【French Guian】How Does Gold With Illegal Origins Get Into the Legitimate Gold Supply Chain?
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the complex reality behind “responsibly sourced” gold labels, revealing systemic gaps in global certification…
【Democratic R】Top 7 Minerals in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Their Contribution to the Country’s Economy
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the “resource curse” paradox facing the Democratic Republic of Congo, a nation of immense geological wealth that…
【Democratic R】Halt illegal imports of conflict minerals from DRC, campaigners urge EU
Editor’s NoteThis report highlights renewed calls from advocacy groups for the European Union to strengthen enforcement of its conflict minerals…
【Democratic R】Blood Minerals: DRC Accuses Apple of Using Conflict Minerals
Editor’s NoteThe Democratic Republic of Congo has filed criminal complaints in France and Belgium against Apple subsidiaries, alleging the use of…
【Central Afri】Central African Republic: International Diamond Embargo Lifted
Editor’s NoteThe Kimberley Process has voted to fully lift sanctions, permitting diamond exports from all regions of the country for the first time…
【Democratic R】Not Someone Else’s Problem: ‘Conflict Minerals’ – Reasons for Regulation and Human Rights Issues You Should Know
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the complex issues surrounding conflict minerals, particularly in regions like the Democratic Republic of the…
【Democratic R】How Global Supply Chains Tackle Ethical Sourcing Challenges
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the global impact of U.S. regulations on conflict minerals, highlighting how ESG concerns in supply chains,…
【Democratic R】Blockchain and Sustainability Through Responsible Sourcing
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the human toll of cobalt extraction, a critical component in modern batteries. While large-scale mining provides…