The AETS FWC COM Lot 01 consortium has been mandated by the Service for Foreign Policy Iinstruments of the European External Action Service to formulation a future action on 'Responsible Supply Chains in Asia' in order to support Corporate Social Responsibility/Responsible Business Conduct practices and approaches in relevant Asian trading partners with a view to enhancing market access opportunities and strengthening an international level playing field for EU responsible businesses in the region. Assignment implemented by GEOTEST.