News and articles
2024
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International Labour Standards
Philippines ratifies Convention No. 190 on Violence and Harassment in the World of Work
22 February 2024,
Philippines becomes the 38th country in the world, and the first Asian country, to ratify Convention No. 190.
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Social protection
Timor-Leste launches its Social Security Portal
22 February 2024, Dili, Timor-Leste
The Government of Timor-Leste, with support from the ILO, launches its Social Security Portal in three languages, providing easy access to information to all people of Timor-Leste.
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Occupational safety and health in fishing sector
First aid skills offer a lifeline to fishers at sea
22 February 2024, Song Khla, Thailand
ILO's EU-funded Ship to Shore Rights South East Asia programme is collaborating with NGO Stella Maris to give fishers in Thai fleet life-saving skills for safer maritime journeys.
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Youth employment
Career progression maps help Malaysian youth chart career paths in the food services industry
20 February 2024, Johor, Malaysia
Maps highlighting career progression opportunities expected to benefit thousands of young Malaysians over the next few years.
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Social justice
Pakistan launches National Coalition for Social Justice
20 February 2024, Islamabad, Pakistan
National Coalition for Social Justice cements the commitment of partners to addressing inequalities and promoting social justice in Pakistan.
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News
Communications and Event Service Provider TOR
15 February 2024,
ILO Bangkok Office is looking to recruit a communications & event service provider to produce two videos and communication materials (i.e., flyer, social media cards, infographics) including graphic design, and take high-quality photos during the regional workshop in Bangkok, Thailand on 14-15 May 2024. To apply, please send your complete application to ahnh@ilo.org, copying jiraporn@ilo.org by February 23, 2024.
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Informal economy
Empowering change: Anticipated pilot initiative to boost informal workers in Fiji and Papua New Guinea
13 February 2024, Suva, Fiji
Workers organizations aspire to exchange best practices, contributing to strategies for transitioning workers in the informal and rural economy towards formality.
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News
Engaging trade unions in skills development for improved productivity and working conditions
12 February 2024, Jakarta, Indonesia
The ILO urges trade unions to actively take a leading role in anticipating and building skills for the future.
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News
Local authorities at district and village levels play a key role in protecting migrant fishing boat crews from forced labour at sea
07 February 2024, Jakarta, Indonesia
The ILO’s 8.7 Accelerator Lab programme, in collaboration with its trade union partner, builds the capacity of local authorities of Pemalang district, known for its fishing industry, to better protect their migrant fishers through a Migrant Worker Resource Centre.
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Press release
Skills study identifying steps to strengthen Thai automotive industry
06 February 2024, Bangkok, Thailand
Study carried out by the ILO’s Automotive Supply Chain Programme in Thailand funded by the Government of Japan seeks to help the sector navigate the rapidly changing business landscape.