Rio Tinto Says CEO Jacques to Exit Company

The transcript discusses the fallout from Rio Tinto's destruction of the Juukan Gorge, a site of significant Aboriginal heritage. Professor Marcia Langton emphasizes the need for cultural rebuilding within the company. Key executives, including CEO Jean-Sébastien Jacques, are stepping down. The incident, which allowed Rio Tinto to access more iron ore, has drawn widespread criticism, particularly from pension funds and advocacy groups, leading to a reversal in the company's initial response.

What steps did Professor Marcia Langton suggest the company should take to rebuild its internal culture?

What was the significance of the Juukan Gorge site that Rio Tinto disregarded?

What were the consequences faced by CEO Jean-Sébastien Jacques following the incident?

How did the initial response of Rio Tinto to the destruction of the Juukan Gorge site fall short?

What actions did AustralianSuper and other pension funds take in response to Rio Tinto's handling of the situation?