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Op-Ed
Domestic workers in Thailand deserve decent work
Marking the 15th anniversary of the Domestic Workers Convention, Xiaoyan Qian International Labour Organization Country Director for Thailand, Cambodia and Lao Peoples Democratic Republic reflects on Thailand’s significant progress in extending...
114th Session of the International Labour Conference
International Labour Conference ends with adoption of the first Convention on decent work in the platform economy
Governments, employers and workers reaffirm the importance of social dialogue to tackle current and future challenges in the world of work.
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...
ILO/China Partnership Programme
ILO and Cambodia’s Skills Development Fund sign partnership agreement
The partners will collaborate to strengthen skills development and workforce competitiveness in Cambodia.
2026 World Youth Development Forum
The ILO joins efforts with youth leaders to shape the AI-driven future world of work
On 16 June 2026, over 300 delegates from 120 countries participated in the 2026 World Youth Development Forum-Thematic Forum on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Youth Empowerment, sharing insights and innovations on how AI enhances youth development.
Op-ed
Philippines' leadership on decent work for domestic workers: 15 years of progress and the road ahead
Fifteen years after helping secure a historic international labour standard, the Philippines stands at a pivotal moment to build on its leadership in protecting and empowering domestic workers.
Civil society organizations strengthen cross-border protection for women migrant workers and children in South-East Asia
While trafficking and exploitative recruitment operate across borders, protection efforts often remain fragmented. The PROTECT Regional Civil Society Forum, organized by the ILO in collaboration with UN Women, UNICEF and UNODC, brought frontline...
Press release
Punjab pilots employment contracts for domestic workers through landmark agreement
Government, employers and workers have agreed to pilot employment contracts for domestic workers in Punjab, marking an important step towards formalizing domestic work and strengthening labour protections.
World Against Child Labour
Red card to child labour campaign engages Indonesian youth
The ILO and Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia joined forces to mark the World Day Against Child Labour and inspire young people to take part in efforts to end child labour in Indonesia.
World Day Against Child Labour 2026, Madhya Pradesh, INDIA
Youth engagement takes centre stage in efforts to eliminate child labour in India
ILO-Rise for Impact project supported workshops in Madhya Pradesh mark World Day Against Child Labour 2026, highlighting the role of education, community action and youth leadership in ending child labour.
Domestic Workers Convention, 2011 (No. 189)
Fifteen years of advancing decent work for domestic workers in India
Reflecting the ILO’s engagement in India since the adoption of the Domestic Workers Convention.
Campaign Video
ILO Nepal Director raises the red card against child labour
Wages
Advancing fair wages: Government and Social Partners convene minimum wage setting workshop
The Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration (MCILI), with support from the ILO, has convened a three-day workshop in Honiara to strengthen Solomon Islands’ minimum wage-setting process. The workshop brings together government,...
Op-ed
Is every child working on the street a victim of child labour?
Tendy Gunawan, ILO Rural Development TVET Officer in Timor-Leste, highlights a question that is often asked whenever people see children selling snacks, tissues or other items on the streets of Dili. This opinion editorial was published by Tatoli,...
Migrant domestic workers
From tears to hope for migrant domestic workers
After experiencing abuse, a former migrant domestic worker has turned her pain into purpose, dedicating her life as a Migrant Desk Officer to helping Overseas Filipino Workers and their families in the Philippines.
Digitalization and financial inclusion
Indonesia launches digitalization and inclusive financial access initiative for the dairy sector in East Java
The Financial Services Authority (OJK), the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs, and the East Java Provincial Government, together with the ILO and the Swiss Government, are strengthening the inclusive financial ecosystem through an ERP...
Productivity ecosystems for decent work
Viet Nam builds momentum for policy reform to strengthen support for SMEs and household businesses
Recommendations from a multi-stakeholder consultation will inform reforms to the SME support framework, helping businesses become more productive while creating better jobs and more inclusive economic opportunities.
Indonesia ratifies the Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 (No. 188)
Indonesia becomes the 27th ILO Member State to ratify Convention No. 188
World Day Against Child Labour
30,000 voices, one goal: Ending child labour in Indonesia through the power of football
Through a landmark partnership, the ILO and PSSI are showing child labour the red card and championing every child’s right to learn, play and thrive in Indonesia.
When distant crises hit close to home: Workers and enterprises in Asia and the Pacific feel the effects
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