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Republic of Moldova enhances labour inspection capacity with ILO support
The renovation of the State Labour Inspectorate's premises supports Moldova's ongoing labour market reforms and efforts to align with international labour standards and related EU acquis as part of its EU accession process.
17th High-level meeting between the ILO and the European Commission
The International Labour Organization and the European Commission set renewed strategic agenda for social justice, quality jobs and a...
The two partners reaffirmed their strategic partnership and agreed to deepen their cooperation on social justice, decent work and quality jobs at their 17th High-level meeting.
Meeting of the EU Ministers for Employment and Social Affairs
Enforcement is the cornerstone for effective labour market governance
The ILO addressed the informal meeting of the EU Ministers for Employment and Social Affairs organized by the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU, underlining that the effective enforcement of labour laws protects both workers and...
Training course
ITCILO launches summer school on social dialogue and living wages
Organised with the support of the French Ministry of Labour and Solidarity, the course will examine how tripartite social dialogue and collective bargaining can help turn living wage principles into practice.
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How to measure the economy-wide impact of AI
Poland becomes the first country application of a new World Bank Group–ILO technical collaboration designed to assess the potential macroeconomic impacts of Artificial Intelligence.
EU Green Week 2026
Nature-based solutions can drive decent job creation
Nature-based solutions have potential to be a major driver of employment in sectors such as agriculture, forestry, water and infrastructure development. Investment is needed in skills development, decent work and inclusion to ensure that this...
EU strategic framework on health and safety at work post-2027
Occupational disease prevention, mental health, AI, and climate change should shape future EU agenda on safety and health at work
The ILO highlighted occupational diseases, psychosocial risks, artificial intelligence and climate adaptation and preparedness for extreme weather events as key priorities for the future EU strategic framework on health and safety at work during a...
Social dialogue and tripartism
50 years of ILO Convention No. 144: putting tripartism into practice
Marking 50 years since its adoption, Convention No. 144 remains a key instrument for promoting tripartism and effective consultation on international labour standards.
ILO urges stronger protections and a renewed commitment to decent work for migrant workers
The call was made at the second International Migration Review Forum, where attendees adopted a Progress Declaration, recommitting to safe, orderly and regular migration.
ILO and European Union launch project to promote decent work and prevent child and forced labour in Turkmenistan
EU-funded ILO project will support national efforts to strengthen labour standards and address child labour and forced labour with a focus on the cotton sector.
Job-rich investment must be at the heart of Syria’s recovery agenda
Investments in decent jobs and local economic growth are essential for an inclusive and sustainable recovery, the ILO has told the Syria Partnership Coordination Forum.
Occupational Safety and Health
From vision to impact: 10 years of the Vision Zero Fund
Launched by the G7, the Vision Zero Fund has strengthened occupational safety and health systems in high-risk sectors, particularly in developing countries.
International Labour Standards
Slovenia ratifies ILO Conventions on Violence and Harassment, and Safe and Healthy Working Environment
Slovenia becomes the 56th country to ratify Convention No. 190, and the 9th to ratify Convention No. 191.
ILO, EU and Sweden programme supports employment and entrepreneurship in Bosnia and Herzegovina
More than 800 people—many facing multiple barriers to decent work—have gained employment or started businesses through a joint initiative.
Ethiopia Showcases Job Centres as Cornerstone of Skills-Led Economic Revolution
On 21 April 2026, high-level EU and Swedish officials visited Ethiopia's Bole Woreda 12 Job Centre to witness the country's employment and labour migration reforms. The visit demonstrated how Ethiopia's coordinated approach to labour market...
Social dialogue critical to ensure positive outcomes of AI in the workplace
Robust social dialogue is critical during all stages of the design process of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, from development to deployment, the ILO has told a meeting of the European Parliament.
Local employment partnerships
Young veterinarian turns his dream into a thriving business and career in Bosnia and Herzegovina
After completing the ILO’s “Start and Improve Your Business” training, Srđan Todorović opened up a clinic to provide essential veterinary services to his community.
ILO strengthens labour inspection in Ukraine through Open Source Intelligence training
The ILO has supported eighteen labour inspectors from Ukraine’s State Labour Service to complete specialised training on open-source intelligence (OSINT), strengthening their capacity to detect labour exploitation and violations of labour standards.
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.
Social protection key to inclusive transitions in Africa
At a high-level event in Brussels, the ILO highlighted the urgent need to expand social protection in sub-Saharan Africa, emphasizing its role in reducing inequalities and supporting just transitions in a rapidly changing world.