In this Joint Statement, we – six business associations and chambers of commerce from five countries1 and members of The RBH Network – are postulating five key messages for successful implementation of HREDD in production countries. As members of The RBH Network, we are representing more than 300.000 companies worldwide coming from various sectors such textiles & garment, automotive, electronics, chemicals, energy, mining or agriculture. Our call for action is directed at regulators and buying companies, urging them to shape the enforcement of existing and future legislation in a way that focusses on effectiveness and the principle of shared responsibilities.