Tag Archives: European Union

Conflict Minerals Rule Weekly Recap #58 – December 20, 2013

December 20, 2013 – December 27, 2013 The summaries provided in this Weekly Recap do not necessarily represent the views of Squire Sanders (US) LLP and should not be deemed to be endorsements of them. The Recap is intended to be a compilation of articles and events to encourage discussion within the conflict minerals community and to keep our … Continue Reading

Delay in the EU Initiative on Conflict Minerals

The European Commission’s legislative proposal for a European approach on conflict minerals has been delayed. The EU Trade Commissioner Karel de Gucht had, earlier this year, promised a proposal for an “effective but reasonable” EU system to encourage responsible sourcing of minerals produced in what he called “conflict areas” before the end of the year. … Continue Reading

Conflict Minerals Rule Weekly Recap #3 – December 2, 2012

December 2, 2012 – December 9, 2012 Investors Ask SEC to Defend Conflict Minerals Rule As reported by Financial Advisor magazine, sustainable investor groups are urging the SEC not to let a recently filed lawsuit delay the agency from implementing the conflict minerals rule. Investor groups signing the letter include the Boston Common Asset Management, Calvert Investments, the Responsible Sourcing Network, … Continue Reading
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