All SEZs worldwide under GPP mandate work according to a standardised set of rules that guarantees legal certainty, minimum ethical standards and social fairness.Monitoring is carried out by a neutral GPP control structure with the participation of local partners, civil society organisations and international development actors.
Access to investments in SEZs is open only to companies that sign a binding self-commitment to comply with the GPP principles on aggression.
This ethical core obligation is a prerequisite for any economic activity within the SEZs. A broader GPP partnership (e.g., with a peace seal and contribution pursuant to Article 16) is voluntary and may be publicly communicated without being linked to economic advantages.
The detailed provisions regarding administration, financing, infrastructure, security, social standards, and investment conditions within the SEZs are set out in the binding side letter to the GPP and are considered an integral part of this agreement.
