Currently, there are 59 signatories to the Global Compact (as of June 2013).

This emphasis in code of ethics was also encouraged by the Global Compact, in particular for the private sector.

The Global Compact was initially launched with nine Principles.

Melbourne became the first city to engage the Global Compact in June 2001.

Many civil society organizations believe that without any effective monitoring and enforcement provisions, the Global Compact fails to hold corporations accountable.

The Global Compact has been criticized by several senior UN officials and advisers.

The Ayoreo have asked that it be expelled from the Global Compact.

In 2004, Audencia became the first French management school to adhere to the Global Compact.

As of May 2012, 56 signatories have signed the Global Compact.

Mechanisms such as the Global Compact can improve the ability of affected individuals and populations to hold companies accountable.