UN expert urges companies to reconsider business ties with Israel
A UN expert is calling on companies to rethink their economic relationships with Israel. While the report lacks legal power, it is gaining attention. The expert draws parallels to the disinvestment movement against apartheid South Africa, hoping to influence consumer choices and raise awareness of potential complicity in genocide. Israel denies the accusations, citing self-defense against Hamas. The report has received support from African, Asian, and Arab states, while European nations have criticized Israel's actions in Gaza.
UN reports like this one have no legal power, but they do attract attention. Ms Albanese targets economic ties to remind multinationals of the impact, similar to apartheid South Africa. Businesses profited from South Africa but faced global backlash and UN sanctions, leading to disinvestment and the end of apartheid.
By listing well-known companies, Ms Albanese aims to inform consumers worldwide. The suggestion of complicity in possible genocide is a serious concern for multinationals. Genocide law is strict and requires court determination. The International Court of Justice is considering a case against Israel for this issue.
Complicity involves actions contributing to genocide without intent. Ms Albanese hints at businesses selling items aiding Israel's war effort facing similar accusations. Israel denies genocide, citing self-defense against Hamas.
Ms Albanese received support from many UN member states, with calls for disinvestment and acknowledgment of genocide. European states condemned aid denial to Gaza and emphasized Israel's responsibility as the occupying power.
The US, a key ally of Israel, criticized Ms Albanese's report as an economic attack. US companies named in the report may reconsider their ties with Israel due to international pressure.
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