JBS faces 14 complaints in Europe over deforestation links

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Which outlets covered JBS faces 14 complaints in Europe over deforestation links?

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What are the accusations against JBS?

A coalition of environmental and human rights groups has filed 14 legal complaints in Europe accusing JBS and its financial partners of facilitating money laundering linked to alleged illegal Amazon deforestation. The coalition claims JBS may be associated with over 6.5 million hectares deforested.

What is JBS's response to the allegations?

JBS has stated that it has not received the data or methodology behind the allegations, preventing the company from independently evaluating or responding to the claims. The company also noted its existing monitoring systems for cattle suppliers in the Amazon.

Which financial institutions were named in the complaints?

The coalition named specific banks, investment managers, and advisers in its complaints. These included Barclays, Standard Chartered, Bank of Montreal, Banco do Brasil, Rabobank, ING, BlackRock Asset Management, Loyens & Loeff, EY, and KPMG.