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outside of the United Nations system, to enhance the capacity of stakeholders seeking
to advance the implementation of the Guiding Principles. 33
102. To lead by example, the United Nations system should apply the Guiding
Principles in its internal policies and procedures, grounded on the responsibility to
avoid causing or contributing to human rights abuses or being associated with such
abuse through relations with business entities. In particular, this implies having in
place due diligence processes to identify and address potential or actual adverse
human rights impact directly linked to operations, products or services by the
business relationships of the United Nations.
103. Specifically, the Organization’s approaches to investment management,
procurement and partnerships with the business sector should be aligned with the
Guiding Principles.
104. As provided by the Guiding Principles, States should encourage multinational
institutions of which they are members to promote business respect for human rights
within their respective mandates and capacities. This should apply to the United
Nations system as a whole.
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