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Statement

Let's act on our commitments and eliminate child labour

By eliminating child labour and ensuring vocational skills for the youth, Bangladesh would secure a better future for its children, and develop the skilled workforce needed for the country’s economic prosperity.

Social protection

Gulf social security reforms create opportunities for protection for Bangladeshi migrant workers

Promoting cross-boundary collaboration to make social protection a reality for all migrant workers

National Tea Day

Tea workers, tea garden owners and government discuss on economic diversification and decent work in tea industry in Bangladesh

On 4 June, Bangladesh celebrated National Tea Day, highlighting its rich tea heritage with 159 tea gardens across seven districts. These gardens employ approximately 100,619 workers, half of whom are women. Despite their vital contribution, tea...

Active Labour Market Programs Improve Employment and Earnings of Young People

This ILO-WB Policy brief examines the impact of youth-targeted active labour market programs (ALMPs) on employment and earnings, based on a systematic review of evaluations conducted from 1990 to 2021.

Enterprise development

ILO and Chattogram Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry host workshop to understand the challenges and opportunities of women...

APESO

Asia-Pacific Employment and Social Outlook 2024: Promoting decent work and social justice to manage ageing societies

This Asia-Pacific Employment and Social Outlook 2024 report pulls together the most recent statistics to depict the state of the labour market and its impact on the 3.4 billion people living in the region. Beyond past trends, the report examines the...

Video of the Asia-Pacific Employment and Social Outlook 2024 launch event

This video recording captured the launch of ILO's flagship report, held at the Foreign Correspondents’ Club of Thailand (FCCT) in Bangkok and online, on 28 May 2024.

APESO 2024

Asia-Pacific labour markets show recovery amidst looming demographic challenges

The Asia Pacific Employment and Social Outlook 2024, reveals persistent employment issues and calls for inclusive policies to avert ageing crisis.

Full report

Responsible Business Conduct and Human Rights Due Diligence: Good Practices of Japanese Companies Operating in Bangladesh, Cambodia and...

The ILO Office for Japan and the Research & Analysis Department of the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) signed a memorandum of understanding on joint research in October 2022 to conduct research on initiatives related to human rights...

Migrant workers

ILO, Bangladesh and Switzerland launch project for sustainable reintegration of migrant workers

The Governments of Bangladesh and Switzerland, together with the International Labour Organisation (ILO) extend their long-standing partnership with a new project on sustainable reintegration for returnee migrant workers.

Fact sheet

Reintegration for Bangladesh's Migrant Workers

This factsheet provides a quick snapshot of the migrant re-integration project in Bangladesh

Social security

Bangladesh garment sector injury scheme to include commuting accidents

Effective 1 July 2024, the employment injury scheme being piloted in the readymade garment sector was expanded to cover accidents that may occur while workers commute to and from work.

Care economy

Government and development partners unite to advance care economy in Bangladesh

ILO and UN Women organized a dialogue titled "Transforming the Care Economy in Bangladesh" with the participation of government officials and development partners held on 7 May 2024, under the leadership of the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs...

LDC graduation

International labour standards a vital toolbox for Bangladesh’s sustainable development prospects

Bangladesh’s government and employers should recognize international labour standards as a strategic toolbox readily at their disposal for use to steer the country to attain its envisioned sustainable economic growth.

ADBI-OECD-ILO joint publication

Labor migration in Asia: Trends, skills certification, and seasonal work

The report describes the labour migration landscape and trends in Asia as the region continues its post-COVID-19 pandemic recovery.

Social Justice

Labour Day heightens urgency for renewed commitment to social justice

Celebration of Labour Day has a sense of urgency for renewed commitment to social justice, as we navigate through the complexities of our time, including climate change and the rapid evolution of the workplace due to technological advancements.

Global Skills Forum 2024

Bangladesh showcases achievements in skills development at Global Skills Forum

Recognizing the crucial role of skilled labour in driving higher-value production and economic advancement, the Government of Bangladesh has since 2007 multiplied its investment in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and skills...

Fact sheet

Pilot employment injury scheme for Bangladesh's garment sector

Fact sheet for the Bangladesh pilot employment injury scheme.

Occupational safety and health

Recommendations for health and safety amidst heatwaves

Climate change is heavily impacting workers in many ways including illnesses, injuries and fatalities. From heat waves and exposure to UV radiation, there is need for multifaceted approaches to occupational safety and health. Here are some effective...

Ensuring safety and health at work in a changing climate

Climate change is a real threat to worker safety across the Asia-Pacific region. To mark World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2024, ILO Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific Chihoko Asada-Miyakawa explains what...