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Conference on trade union activities in the context of climate change held in Baku

Representatives of trade unions, governments and the ILO exchanged views on just transition policies, social dialogue and workers’ participation in climate governance.

Apprenticeship

Indonesia advances quality apprenticeships with new tripartite recommendations

Government, employers and workers unite behind 20 recommendations to strengthen apprenticeship governance in Indonesia and align with international labour standards.

ILO Director-General commends Uruguay’s strong tradition of social dialogue during official visit

Gilbert F. Houngbo met with representatives of the government, employers and workers to advance tripartite cooperation ahead of the upcoming International Labour Conference.

Nigeria launches landmark industrial relations policy to boost jobs, protect workers, and strengthen economic stability

A new tripartite policy framework - championed by government, employers and workers – promises stronger labour relations, enhanced worker protections, improved business confidence, and a more stable and productive economy.

Workers activities - skills training

Saint Lucia trade unions build skills for collective bargaining

Trade union leaders in Saint Lucia have completed a two-day ILO training to sharpen their collective bargaining and negotiation skills, a timely investment as the country formalizes its first national tripartite advisory committee.

Turning principles into practice: advancing responsible business conduct in Japan

How the ILO works with the Japanese government, businesses and trade unions to drive decent work across supply chains.

Platform economy

ILO and partners strengthen collaboration on protecting platform workers in China

Responsible electronics

ILO launches survey on responsible labour practices in Viet Nam’s electronics sector

A nationwide survey is being conducted to better understand labour practices in Viet Nam’s electronics sector.

Malaysian trade unions strengthen inclusive organizing for women and migrant workers

Efforts are underway among trade unions in Malaysia to build more representative unions and improve their ability to address the needs and challenges faced by workers, including women and migrant workers.

South Sudan Employers Validate Roadmap for Fairer Labour Market

South Sudan's employers have a new five-year plan. This time, labour migration and worker protection are at the centre of it.

News

Social dialogue advances gender equality and shared care responsibilities in Latin America

An ILO report shows how collective bargaining and innovative company practices are strengthening care policies and gender equality in eight countries in Latin America.

Azerbaijan trade unions strengthen capacity on collective bargaining and social dialogue

ILO-supported webinar enhanced trade union knowledge of collective bargaining and social dialogue in a changing world of work.

Tajikistan trade unions highlight priorities in a changing world of work

Tajikistan trade union representatives and ILO experts discussed how to strengthen social dialogue and collective bargaining in Tajikistan amid labour market transformations.

ILO and CCLCS continue partnership

Deepening Decent Work ties: High-level dialogue reinforces ILO–CCLCS collaboration

A high-level dialogue between the ILO Caribbean office and Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies (CCLCS) advances the strategic partnership by identifying and aligning priorities for technical collaboration that support decent work and...

Enterprises

India’s social partners present bipartite roadmap to promote responsible business conduct

Bipartite roadmap marks an important step toward operationalizing responsible business conduct in India.

Adapting to change: Updated Fixed-term Employment Contract guidance for Indonesia’s competitive garment industry

Through its Better Work Indonesia programme, the ILO continues to support the Ministry of Manpower in promoting balanced employment practices that uphold workers’ rights.

Press release

Indonesia’s government and business leaders reaffirm commitment to responsible business conduct and human rights

The signing ceremony of the Declaration on Joint Government–Business Commitment to Business and Human Rights marks Indonesia’s leadership in promoting sustainable and inclusive economic development.

Interview

How to strengthen trade union resilience in 2026

Amid growing global instability, General Secretary of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) Luc Triangle reflects on the resilience of the trade union movement. With the 114th International Labour Conference expected to shape new...

High-level training strengthens negotiation capacity for public service social dialogue in Lesotho

The initiative brings together senior government leaders to enhance negotiation skills in line with international labour standards and recent public service reforms.

Our impact, their story.

Let’s talk it out

At Sri Lanka Railways, workplace forums based on social dialogue are creating a positive shift on-the ground.