VW, Amazon and others name blacklisted groups among potential suppliers

Over 160 US companies, including Volkswagen and Amazon, have identified blacklisted groups among their potential suppliers, highlighting the ongoing struggle to eliminate conflict minerals from supply chains. This move underscores the importance of ethical sourcing in the face of global efforts to curb the use of minerals linked to human rights abuses. By taking proactive steps, these companies aim to bolster the integrity of their supply chains and support the broader initiative to prevent funding for conflict and exploitation.