the capacity-building of indigenous peoples through education on issues such as indigenous
rights and the extractive industries. It can also aid the establishment of independent monitoring
procedures. These initiatives might be facilitated through existing offices and procedures, or
might be considered within the framework of establishing a new dedicated structure.
2. It is a matter of concern, that despite its indisputably high impact on human rights, in particular
indigenous peoples rights, sustainable development and the environment, the extractive industry,
does not have a forum or framework which engages all concerned parties and is dedicated
to regulation of the industry in the international sphere. Broad-based dialogue is necessary in
relation to the establishment of such an inclusive forum. This dialogue should be guided by the
UN human rights mechanisms and proceed on the basis of the principles and rights recognized
in the UN Declaration.
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