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31/01/2025

Responsible Business in Practice: Workshop on Corporate Sustainability Brings Together Experts

Participants of the Corporate Sustainability Workshop, organized by Croatian Business Council for Sustainable Development on January 30th, had the opportunity to learn about concrete steps to implement sustainability in business. A representative from the NCP Secretariat presented an in-depth analysis of OECD DD guidances, while other speakers discussed the impact of the value chain on […]

27/12/2024

OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector

The OECD is hosting an international forum on due diligence in the garment and footwear sector, scheduled for February 11-12, 2025, at the OECD Conference Centre in Paris, with an option for online participation. The forum brings together representatives of government, business, trade unions, civil society, academia and international organisations to discuss key issues and […]

06/12/2024

National Contact Point and Partners Bring Together Experts in the Fight Against Corruption

On December 6, 2024, the National Contact Point for Responsible Business Conduct (NKT), in partnership with the Ministry of Justice, Administration, and Digital Transformation, and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC Croatia), organized the conference “Together for Integrity – Synergy Between the Business Sector and Public Administration in the Fight Against Corruption” in Zagreb. The […]

17/11/2024

Invitation: Conference on Integrity and Anti-corruption Practices

The National Contact Point for Responsible Business Conduct (NCP), in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice, Public Administration and Digital Transformation and ICC Croatia, is organizing the conference “Together for Integrity – Synergy of Business Sector and Public Administration in Fighting Corruption”. The event will take place on December 6, 2024, in Zagreb, opened by […]

15/11/2024

Promotion of OECD Guidelines at Sustainable Development Conference

The Croatian Business Council for Sustainable Development hosted the 16th Sustainable Development Conference “Initiating Circularity for Sustainability” on November 13-14. The conference brought together domestic and international experts who discussed sustainable development challenges, with a special focus on circular economy, resources, and biodiversity. A notable highlight was the “world cafe” event on supply chain due […]

23/10/2024

Croatian NCP Participates in Vienna Events on Fostering RBC

The Croatian National Contact Point actively participated in two events on responsible business conduct, hosted by the Austrian National Contact Point in Vienna on October 21-22. The first event, a Multi-Stakeholder Forum, focused on addressing current challenges in implementing OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises and due diligence practices. The second event, a peer-to-peer learning exchange, […]

22/10/2024

Conference on EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive

The Office of the Ombudswoman of the Republic of Croatia hosted a conference at Hotel Zonar in Zagreb today, focusing on the implementation of the new EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. The conference brought together key stakeholders from public administration, business sector, trade unions, non-governmental organizations, and expert community to enhance understanding of Directive […]

15/10/2024

Mediation Week Highlights Role of National Contact Point

As part of Mediation Week, Nancy Butijer, a member of the External Body of the National Contact Point and Head of the Trade and Investment Policy Sector at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, highlighted the role of the National Contact Point in peacefully resolving disputes related to the alleged non-observance of the Guidelines […]

01/10/2024

The Role of the OECD in Strengthening Anti-Corruption Policies in the Private Sector

A roundtable titled “The Role of the OECD in Strengthening Anti-Corruption Policies in the Private Sector” was held on October 1, 2024, at the Croatian Chamber of Economy. The event was jointly organized by the Association of Corporate Lawyers and the Croatian Association for Business Compliance, in cooperation with the Ministry of Justice, Administration, and […]

24/09/2024

Croatia Hosts Conference on Responsible Business Conduct and Sustainable Agriculture Supply Chains

A conference on Responsible Business Conduct and Responsible Supply Chains in Agriculture was held today in Zagreb, organized by the Ministry of Economy, as a member of the National Contact Point for Responsible Business Conduct, in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the Organisation for […]

19/09/2024

Invitation: Conference on Responsible Business Conduct and Responsible Supply Chains in Agriculture

Join us on September 24th in Zagreb (hybrid event) and be part of the discussion on responsible business conduct. In collaboration with FAO and OECD, the Ministry of Economy, as a member of the National Contact Point for Responsible Business Conduct, and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, invite you to a conference on […]

11/07/2024

Initiate Change – Report Corruption

The Ministry of Justice, Public Administration, and Digital Transformation has launched a campaign to combat corruption. This initiative aims to educate the public about the detrimental effects of corruption, outline anti-corruption measures, and empower citizens to report irregularities confidently. By providing clear guidance, the campaign encourages active public participation in building a corruption-free society. More

25/06/2024

BIAC Zero Corruption Campaign

On March 1, 2024, Business at OECD (BIAC) launched a campaign called Zero Corruption. This campaign marks the 25th anniversary of the implementation one of the major legal instruments in this area, the OECD Convention on Combating Bribery of Foreign Public Officials in International Business Transactions. Eliminating corruption is a crucial step in ensuring a […]

11/06/2024

NCP Promotes Responsible Business in Agriculture at Croatian Employers’ Association Conference

On June 11, the Croatian Employers’ Association held a conference titled “ESG Implementation: Methodology and Practical Steps – Sector Overview of the Agricultural Industry.” This event aimed to equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools needed to implement responsible business practices within their agricultural operations. The Secretariat of the National Contact Point for Responsible Business […]

24/05/2024

EU approves Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence

On May 24, 2024, the Council of the European Union gave final approval to the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). Member states now have two years to bring the directive into national law. It will apply to EU-based companies with more than 1,000 employees on average and a net worldwide turnover of more than […]

17/04/2024

ESG Academy on Sustainable Business Strategy

In 2022, the Croatian Chamber of Economy, a member of the NCP External Body, launched the ESG Academy, an educational platform for the transfer and exchange of knowledge, experience, and best ESG practices with the aim of creating a more resilient, sustainable economy. At the workshop held on April 16, 2024 on the Sustainable Business […]

11/04/2024

ESG – Fuel4Future

“ESG Forum – Fuel for Future” project was launched by the Croatian Employers’ Association, a member of the NCP External Body, to present the best practice in the application of ESG standards in business operations. The project is implemented with the support of Innovation Norway, together with the Norwegian partners NHO (Confederation of Norwegian Entrepreneurs). […]