The three pillars are interrelated and complement each other. For instance, the lack of action
on the part of the State creates an environment that is not encouraging for business respect
for human rights, and effective remediation mechanisms are crucial to both Pillars 1 and 2.
2.3. Alignment of the UNGP-BHR, SDG 2030, and PDP-AmBisyon Natin 2040
A significant aspect of the UNGP-BHR is its linkage with the SDGs and PDP-AmBisyon Natin
2040. By looking at the alignment of the three documents, the government and the business
sector will have a more comprehensive appreciation of the interrelatedness of the principles
and goals contained therein, which is useful in crafting focused strategies to fulfill their
respective human rights obligations and responsibilities. Similarly, the UNGP-BHR provides a
guide to CSOs and communities to determine the specific areas they should give attention to
when they lobby and engage with the government and the business sector.
Table 1 shows the alignment of the UNGP-BHR,
SDGs, and PDP-AmBisyon Natin 2040. The matrix is a
simple tool developed by the Multi-Stakeholder BHR
Group to help all stakeholders as they apply the
guiding principles of the UNGP-BHR in their decisions
and activities. While not all interactions presented in
the matrix apply to all stakeholders in all contexts,
except the government, readers are encouraged to
study each interaction and ascertain which areas
they can contribute to and those relevant in their
particular setting.
3. WHAT IS IN IT FOR US?
The advantages of applying and complying with the guiding principles of the UNGP-BHR are
not limited to the rights holders alone. There are clear economic and social benefits to dutybearers and other stakeholders as well. The most important message is that business respect
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