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What tools, steps or processes, if any, does MoD have in place to ensure suppliers are not in violation of UN human rights conventions?


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Teanau Tuiono

List MP · Green Party

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  • What tools, steps or processes, if any, does MoD have in place to ensure suppliers are not in violation of UN human rights conventions?


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Hon Chris Penk

Member for Kaipara ki Mahurangi · National Party · Minister of Defence

Answer

The Ministry of Defence follows the Government Procurement Rules. As part of the process of acquiring new weapons, Defence Legal Services conducts a review to ensure compliance with International Humanitarian Law and other applicable legal obligations.