Extract of document DAF/INV(2013)15/REV1
The WPRBC was established on 28 February 2013 [CE(2013)5]. The mandate of the WPRBC is as follows:
1. The Working Party on Responsible Business Conduct (hereafter the “Working Party”) shall assist the Investment Committee in implementing section I of the Declaration on International Investment and Multinational Enterprises with respect to its responsibilities in relation to the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises (hereafter the “Guidelines”) and related Decision.
2. The Working Party shall carry out the following tasks:
(i) To assist in enhancing the effectiveness of the Guidelines and fostering the functional equivalence of National Contact Points;[1]
(ii). To assist, in co-operation with the National Contact Points, in the implementation of the “proactive agenda”;[2]
(iii). To engage, on behalf of the Investment Committee, with non-adhering countries on matters covered by the Guidelines, in particular with those non-adhering countries that have a special interest in promoting the principles and standards in the Guidelines[3], in conformity with the Resolution of the Council on Partnerships in OECD bodies [C(2012)100/FINAL];
(iv). To co-ordinate with and contribute to the activities on the Global Forum on Responsible Business Conduct;[4]
(v). To periodically consult with BIAC, TUAC and OECD Watch and international partners on matters covered by the Guidelines; also consult with other OECD bodies, international organisations or experts as appropriate; [5]
(vi). To undertake other tasks relating to the Guidelines and responsible business conduct as requested by the Investment Committee.
3. Non-Members adhering to the Guidelines are entitled to participate in the work of the Working Party relating to the Guidelines.
4. The Working Party shall make regular reports on its activities to the Investment Committee.
5. The mandate of the Working Party shall remain in force until 31 December 2018 unless the Investment Committee decides otherwise.