(Justmeans.com / CSR News) - Relationships between the mining and metals industry and Indigenous Peoples should be based on respect, meaningful engagement and mutual benefit.

The final Position Statement on Mining and Indigenous Peoples Issues was recently approved by ICMM’s CEO-led Council and affirms ICMM's vision for constructive relationships between the mining and metals industry and Indigenous Peoples. ICMM members make a specific set of commitments through this document.

The Position Statement and accompanying Good Practice Guidance, which is currently being developed, support ICMM's objective of facilitating more meaningful industry engagement on Indigenous Peoples issues and improving management of relationships, especially at the operational level.  ICMM members recognize that they cannot solve all problems on their own and that, therefore, ongoing dialogue and work are necessary.