Ultimately, the report argues, “ISDS and the rights of Indigenous peoples are inevitably at odds.”No Right to ParticipateISDS was designed as an exclusive dispute resolution system between foreign investors and governments. Disparate Enforcement of RightsLike foreign investors, Indigenous peoples have rights under international law. If Indigenous communities want to take legal action against foreign companies that affect them, the process is equally as daunting. Both protected areas benefited Indigenous communities who rely on those areas’ resources and consider parts of the ecosystems sacred, the report says. Share this articleKatie Surma Reporter, Pittsburgh Katie Surma is a reporter at Inside Climate News focusing on international environmental law and justice.

Source: International New York Times June 08, 2024 07:34 UTC