OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct (2023 Update)
The OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct (updated 2023) are the most comprehensive international standard on responsible business conduct endorsed by governments. Adhered to by 51 governments. The 2023 update strengthened provisions on environment, climate change, technology, supply chain due diligence, and animal welfare. National Contact Points (NCPs) in each adhering country handle complaints (specific instances). Due diligence recommendations aligned with UNGPs. Covers human rights, employment, environment, anti-corruption, consumer interests, science and technology, competition, and taxation.
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Framework Domains (8)
Chapter III - Disclosure
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECD-MNE-III.1 | Information Disclosure |
| OECD-MNE-III.2 | Sustainability Reporting |
Chapter IV - Human Rights
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECD-MNE-IV.1 | Respect for Human Rights |
| OECD-MNE-IV.2 | Human Rights Due Diligence |
Chapter V - Employment and Industrial Relations
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECD-MNE-V.1 | Labour Rights |
| OECD-MNE-V.2 | Working Conditions |
Chapter VI - Environment
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECD-MNE-VI.1 | Environmental Management |
| OECD-MNE-VI.2 | Climate and Biodiversity |
Chapter VII - Combating Bribery
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECD-MNE-VII.1 | Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption |
| OECD-MNE-VII.2 | Transparency in Political Engagement |
Chapters VIII-XI - Additional Obligations
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECD-MNE-IX | Science, Technology and Innovation |
| OECD-MNE-VIII | Consumer Interests |
| OECD-MNE-X | Competition |
| OECD-MNE-XI | Taxation |
Due Diligence Framework
RBC due diligence and key provisions
General Policies
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| GP-1 | Respect for National Sovereignty |
| GP-2 | Respect for International Standards |
| GP-3 | Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work |
| GP-4 | Consultation with Governments and Organizations |
| GP-5 | Due Diligence |
| OECD-MNE-I | Concepts and Principles |
| OECD-MNE-II | General Policies |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct (2023 Update)?
OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct (2023 Update) is a compliance framework from International (OECD — 51 adhering governments) with 8 domains and 21 controls. The OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct (updated 2023) are the most comprehensive international standard on responsible business conduct endorsed by governments. Adhered to by 51 governments. The 2023 update strengthened provisions on environment, climate change, technology, supply chain due diligence, and animal welfare. National Contact Points (NCPs) in each adhering country handle complaints (specific instances). Due diligence recommendations aligned with UNGPs. Covers human rights, employment, environment, anti-corruption, consumer interests, science and technology, competition, and taxation. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct (2023 Update) have?
OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct (2023 Update) has 21 controls organised across 8 domains. The largest domains are General Policies (7 controls), Chapters VIII-XI - Additional Obligations (4 controls), Chapter III - Disclosure (2 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct (2023 Update) map to?
OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct (2023 Update) maps to 396 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are OECD AI Principles (2024 Update) (29% coverage), ISO 26000:2010 (29% coverage), TNFD Recommendations (29% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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