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AI may affect nearly 80 million workers in the ASEAN region, but large-scale job disruption not yet seen

New ILO study highlights the need for targeted policy action to build the preparedness and resilience of workers, enterprises and institutions in an AI-enabled economy.

Op-Ed

Decent work for domestic workers can’t wait

Marking the 15th anniversary of the Domestic Workers Convention, the International Labour Organization reflects on the progress made in empowering domestic workers in Myanmar and the steps still needed to ensure decent work, rights and social...

Domestic workers

15 stories for 15 years of the Domestic Workers Convention

This collection brings together stories from across Asia and the Pacific to highlight progress made and the ongoing importance of protecting domestic workers’ rights and advancing decent work in the care economy.

ILO report highlights progress and gaps in maternity benefits across ASEAN

New analysis finds expanded maternity protection across the region, while calling for stronger efforts to close coverage gaps and improve benefit adequacy for all women.

Rebuilding lives and livelihoods in the aftermath of Myanmar’s earthquake

ILO-supported initiatives have created work, restored infrastructure, strengthened skills, and empowered communities to lead a more inclusive and sustainable recovery.

ILO in action

A migrant domestic worker’s journey to empowerment

Champa is a Myanmar domestic worker in Thailand. She started her journey with having little awareness about her rights, to leading Thailand’s network of migrant domestic workers.

ILO skills training boosts earthquake recovery in Southern Shan State

Community members complete vocational courses to rebuild livelihoods and support inclusive economic recovery in Myanmar.

Practical guide explains key terms on labour rights, supply chains and trade

Designed for a wide audience, the guide promotes shared understanding of fundamental rights at work across supply chains.

Labour migration

ILO calls for safe migration and decent work for Myanmar migrants on International Migrants Day

Celebration promotes greater awareness of the contribution of Myanmar migrant workers and calls for strengthened labour rights protection amidst increased vulnerability

ILO vocational training strengthens women’s economic empowerment and community resilience in Myanmar

Skills training equips women to earn incomes, rebuild livelihoods and contribute to post-earthquake recovery in Mandalay and Southern Shan State.

16 Days of Activism

Protecting women from violence in the digital world of work

On the occasion of the 16 Days of Activism campaign, ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo calls for urgent action to end online violence and harassment against women and girls. He highlights how technology-facilitated abuse is driving women out...

ILO launches recovery support for earthquake-hit communities in Myanmar

Livelihood recovery activities take place to support affected communities in the Inle Lake area and Mandalay Region of Myanmar.

ILO/China Partnership Programme on skills

ILO training strengthens earthquake recovery skills and resilience in Myanmar

Trainers, responders, and community leaders gain practical tools in disaster preparedness, mental health support, and recovery through ILO–China partnership training.

Labour migration

Decent work and fair recruitment key to climate-resilient labour migration in ASEAN

Climate change is disrupting livelihoods and forcing more people to move within and across ASEAN. According to a new ILO brief, protecting migrant workers through decent work and fair recruitment is essential to build resilience and safeguard rights.

Crisis response

ILO launches livelihood recovery initiative in earthquake-affected areas in Myanmar

The project aims to rebuild destroyed buildings by hiring local workers, thereby providing decent work for affected communities.

South-South and Triangular Cooperation

Accelerating South-South Cooperation towards decent work and common development in 2030

An inclusive approach to development remains key for post-COVID19 economic uncertainty in South-East Asia. The ILO ProSSCE-ASEAN project is actively working with partners in the region to support the Global Development Initiative and achieve decent...

Press release

ILO launches emergency Employment Intensive Investment Programme (EIIP) initiative to support the earthquake recovery in Myanmar’s Inle...

The initiative provides urgent income support to earthquake survivors while helping communities rebuild homes and essential infrastructure through decent work.

More than 3.5 million workers potentially affected by the devastating earthquake in Myanmar

A new brief by the ILO reveals that over 3.5 million workers employed in the area hit by Myanmar’s 7.7-magnitude earthquake face potential income losses of US$36.8 million per day. It calls for urgent support to restore jobs and livelihoods.

Op-ed by the ILO Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific

Harnessing the digital revolution to build safer, healthier workplaces

To mark International Day for Safety and Health at Work, Kaori Nakamura-Osaka, International Labour Organization Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific explains how an inclusive approach to digitalization can help...

Press release

ILO steps up urgent support for people of Myanmar following devastating earthquake

Rapid relief efforts and long-term employment recovery plans aim to protect workers, support small businesses, and promote decent work in Myanmar’s post-earthquake recovery.