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Has modern slavery finally become a critical trade issue?

Beyond President Donald Trump's controversial tariffs, investors say expectations on companies over forced labour have 'transformed' globally.

US launches global tariff push over forced labour claims

Trump campaign has already driven new due diligence and import bans around the world, and China is fighting back.ย 
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ESG round-up: Burnham avoids climate in first speech as PM

Generali commits โ‚ฌ300m to European sovereignty programme; German insurers call for action on flood protection, climate adaptation; and KENFO cuts portfolio emissions.
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Investors welcome Aussie plan to criminalise corporate modern slavery failure

Introduction of criminal liability will help move modern slavery onto the agendas of boards, says Rathbones' Crossman.

PRI to target apparel and footwear firms under new Advance pilot

Investors back expansion of human rights-focused stewardship initiative and additional focus on climate and nature.

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