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Iberostar in the crossfire: Employees demand an end to bloodstained” cooperation!
Iberostar employees call for an end to cooperation with platforms that support Israeli settlements - ethical responsibility in tourism.
Iberostar in the crossfire: Employees demand an end to bloodstained” cooperation!
Tourism is once again the focus of ethical debates, particularly regarding the role of online platforms in marketing accommodation in disputed areas. Employees of the Iberostar Group, in particular the works council of Portal Interactiv, have expressed concerns and are calling for an end to cooperation with major booking platforms such as Booking, Expedia, Airbnb and Edreams. These companies could benefit indirectly from the displacement of Palestinians by providing accommodation in Israeli settlements on Palestinian territory. This leads to a discussion about the responsibility of companies in the tourism sector and their role in conflicts, reports say Mallorca Services.
The Iberostar employees refer to reports from Amnesty International that are critical of the practices of such platforms and call for an end to all business relationships. The aim is to end “blood-stained tourism”. Pressure is growing on companies to question their business practices, and it remains unclear whether Iberostar and other hotel companies will respond to these demands. The debate is a sign of increasing sensitivity to ethical aspects in tourism.
EU and trafficking in illegal settlements
The EU policy that distinguishes between goods produced in Israel and those from settlements is criticized as inadequate because it allows the import of settlement goods into the EU market. Despite the consensus on the illegality of the settlements in EU Member States, trade in them continues, which is considered a violation of international humanitarian law.
Demands for change
The civil society groups are calling for concrete measures from the EU Commission, including the introduction of a law banning trade in and investment in settlements. A detailed advisory document will also be published to help companies avoid activities that benefit settlements. The expectation is a timely response from the EU Commission and the implementation of measures to comply with international law and end complicity in human rights violations.
In summary, fundamental ethical questions arise both in the tourism sector and at the political level. There is growing pressure on companies and institutions to take their responsibilities regarding human rights violations seriously and to allow changes in their business models and trading practices.