To mark the UN's "Week of Action" Against Child Labour from 10th to 17th June, Eurasian Resources Group ("ERG" or "the Group"), a leading diversified natural resources group, reflects on the progress it has made in helping eradicate child labour from the cobalt mining sector in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the past year. The Group has continued supporting civil society organisations to implement major social initiatives, made new pledges and commitments and collaborated with international partners on innovative solutions to ensure value chain transparency.
Benedikt Sobotka, CEO of Eurasian Resources Group, said: "Eradicating child labour is of paramount importance to ensure a safe, sustainable future for mining communities in the DRC. We are pleased to...
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