Taxation and human rightss 2014, para. 18

Paragraphe
Paragraph text
The right to self-determination, enshrined in both the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, expressly encompasses the rights of peoples (not the State or Government) to freely dispose of their natural wealth and resources. Considering that many natural resources are finite and non-renewable, this right needs to be protected with special care, taking into account the rights of future generations. At the very least, a State's population has a right to enjoy a fair share of the financial and social benefits that natural resources can bring. This requires ensuring participation, access to information and high standards of transparency and accountability in decision-making about the use of natural resources. Where indigenous peoples are involved, States have additional and specific obligations, including ensuring free, prior and informed consent in any decisions regarding the use of their lands.
Status juridique
Non-negotiated soft law
Organe
Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights
Type de document
Special Procedures' report
Mode d'adoption
N.A.
Thèmes
  • Civil & Political Rights
  • Economic Rights
  • Governance & Rule of Law
  • Social & Cultural Rights
Personnes concernées
  • Ethnic minorities
Année
2014
Type de paragraphe
Other
Paragraph number
18