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Occupational safety and health data

Thailand takes action to improve occupational safety and health statistics

An ILO-Japan initiative supports Thailand’s efforts to enhance the accuracy and reliability of OSH data, ultimately promoting a safer and healthier working environment for all.

Tripartism and social dialogue

Social dialogue training strengthens decent work and human rights due diligence in Thailand’s auto sector

Interactive training as part of practical industry-focused toolkit, helps enhance industrial relations and responsible business conduct in the automotive supply chain.

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ILO-Japan project boosts Thailand's auto sector resilience, sustainability and social responsibility

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Tool developed to help navigate evolving occupations and skills needs of Thailand’s automotive sector

An ‘occupational map’ for the automotive industry has been developed by an ILO skills project funded by the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI).

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ILO-Japan initiative strengthens Thailand’s automotive sector amid industry transformation

Closing event highlights key achievements in skills development, responsible business practices and public-private collaboration, paving the way for a more resilient and sustainable automotive manufacturing industry in Thailand.

Meet ILO’s ‘Ambassadors for a Day’

Meet Tasha Sutivong and Chanokchon Piyawattanakul, ILO's 'Ambassadors for a Day,' as they explore the vital role of young women in shaping a more inclusive and equitable future while visiting the ILO to learn about its mission and work.

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Paving the path: towards a responsible and sustainable electronics value chain in Asia

Electronics Industry and Trade Union Leaders Unite for Cross-Country Dialogue on Responsible Business and Decent Work in Asia.

Strengthening collaboration: ILO Regional Director visits Employers' Confederation of Thailand to discuss labour market developments

Social health protection

International Labour Organization and Mahidol University strengthen partnership to advance social health protection in Asia

New agreement to drive regional collaboration, capacity building and policy innovation for inclusive social protection systems.

Labour migration

Ship to Shore Rights South East Asia Programme advances labour rights for migrant fishers and seafood processing workers

European Union-funded initiative concludes its second phase, delivering significant progress towards decent work in the blue economy.

World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2025

Economic recovery is losing steam, new ILO report says

Geopolitical tensions, the rising costs of climate change, and unresolved debt issues are putting labour markets under pressure, according to the International Labour Organization.

ILO's new Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific takes office

Kaori Nakamura-Osaka serves as Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific at the International Labour Organization’s Regional Office in Bangkok, Thailand.

Regional Skills Webinar Series

Global experts highlight growing need for core skills amid labour market and demographic shifts

ILO Regional Skills Webinar Series gathers over 120 participants from 30 countries to discuss integrating core skills into education and training systems for inclusive employment and skills-driven growth.

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ILO strengthens capacity of South-East Asia policymakers to deliver evidence-based solutions for labour market challenges

The International Labour Organization (ILO) launches an intensive training course designed to address the growing need for evidence-based policymaking in South-East Asia.

Formalization

Asia-Pacific forum drives efforts to formalize informal economy, addresses climate impact on vulnerable workers

Regional stakeholders urge integrated strategies to promote decent work, emphasizing climate resilience and systemic change ahead of 2025 International Labour Conference discussions.

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Asia and Pacific: Unions develop common strategies in shaping a new social contract

Representative of Unions, employers, governments and academia across Asia and Pacific meet in Manila, Philippines, to discuss on macroeconomic policies for economic development and fundamental principles and rights at work, including collective...

Employment services and South-South Cooperation

China showcases effective public employment services strategies to South-East Asian officials

Study visit in Shanghai fosters knowledge exchange on employment services, technology integration and South-South Cooperation.

Occupational safety and health

ILO receives OSH award in Thailand

The ILO’s work in occupational safety and health has been recognised by the Royal Thai Government.

Labour migration

Language training for better access and inclusion for migrant workers in Thailand

Tailored Thai language training underscore the importance of supporting migrant workers in overcoming language barriers—a critical factor in ensuring fair and dignified working conditions for all.

Asia and the Pacific

ILO Regional Skills Webinar series kicks off looking at skills and the green transition

Experts from the EU, Singapore, and the ILO share strategies to equip Asia-Pacific's workforce for a green transition, fostering dialogue on skills development, just transition, and policy innovation in the region.