Non paper - EU Framework on Business Human Rights v. 08.04.2026

Over the past few years, the EU has adopted a range of policies, including legislation and other actions, relevant to advancing the business and human rights agenda. Some EU acts have undergone simplification, while maintaining their core policy objectives, principles and elements. As the EU progresses with the implementation of such policies, there is a strong expectation that they will translate into positive impacts for people and the planet and underpin business competitiveness.

Identified as a priority in the EU Action Plan on Human Rights and Democracy 2020-2027, the “EU Framework on business and human rights: towards implementation” aims to support the implementation of relevant EU policies and enhance their coherence and impact, notwithstanding differences in national competences, capacities and approaches. The five action areas identified in the Framework are intended to be further operationalised in line with a human rights-based approach.