Launch of the First Round of the Japan-U.S. Task Force on the Promotion of Human Rights and International Labor Standards in Supply Chains

Launch of the First Round of the Japan-U.S. Task Force on the Promotion of Human Rights and International Labor Standards in Supply Chains

 

 
 
 
 

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Launch of the First Round of the Japan-U.S. Task Force on the Promotion of Human Rights and International Labor Standards in Supply Chains

 
 

 

 
Launch of the First Round of the Japan-U.S. Task Force on the Promotion of Human Rights and International Labor Standards in Supply Chains

 

 

 

 

 

 
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The first round of the Japan-U.S. Task Force on the Promotion of Human Rights and International Labor Standards in Supply Chains, which included both government-to-government dialogue and stakeholder dialogue, was launched in February 2024. During these dialogues, the Japanese and U.S. governments, along with stakeholders, exchanged information on their respective initiatives. 

 
 
Established in January 2023, the Task Force aims to protect and promote human rights and internationally recognized labor rights in supply chains. Its activities include sharing information on respective trade policies, laws, guidelines, and, where appropriate, enforcement practices.
 

The Task Force convened its first round co-chaired by Director-General, Multilateral Trade System Department/Deputy Director-General for Business and Human Rights Policy KASHIWABARA Kyoko for Japan and by acting Assistant United States Trade Representative (AUSTR) Katy Mastman for the United States. The government-to-government dialogue, along with the dialogue with stakeholders, including Japanese and U.S. businesses, worker organizations and civil society organizations, took place virtually on February 6 and February 14, Japan time.
 

During the government-to-government dialogue, both countries exchanged information on relevant initiatives to protect and promote human rights and internationally recognized labor rights in supply chains.
 

Japan focused its report primarily on the Guidelines for Respecting Human Rights in Responsible Supply Chains, and its dissemination and awareness-raising efforts, alongside Japan’s engagement with developing countries. Meanwhile, the United States explained how labor-related matters are addressed under the USMCA and provided updates on the implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act and other initiatives.
 

In the stakeholder dialogue, the Japanese and U.S. governments presented their respect

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