Both the EU and Australia are committed to the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).
The EU and Australia support the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Cooperation promotes respect for Indigenous knowledge, land rights, and participation in decision-making. Respecting their rights is central to protecting the planet and advancing social justice.
Indigenous communities hold unique knowledge about land, climate, and biodiversity. The EU’s Action Plan on Human Rights and Democracy (2020–2024) commits to promoting Indigenous rights globally, including land rights and participation in decision-making.
Australia has its own commitments under UNDRIP and works to elevate Indigenous perspectives in climate action, cultural preservation, and sustainable development.
INTERESTING FACT
In EU trade and investment negotiations, companies must ensure free, prior and informed consent (FPIC) from Indigenous communities — a principle also increasingly recognised in Australia.
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