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News
ILO and METI to host business and human rights event for a Brighter Future of Responsible Value Chains
The ILO and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) promote the decent work agenda with corporate executives at a forum to be held in Tokyo in September.
News
Nozomi Tomita appointed as Director of ILO Office for Japan
Recommendations
Protect and respect human rights through public procurement towards a sustainable society
Recommendations for responsible business conduct and labour practices in value chains
ILO/UNICEF
Despite progress, child labour still affects 138 million children globally
New report shows an almost 50 per cent reduction since start of century, but world fails to reach elimination targets.
The ILO’s normative mandate is more relevant than ever, says ILO Director-General
At the opening of the 113th International Labour Conference, Gilbert F. Houngbo emphasized the organization’s strategic role in a changing world of work.
News
ILO to hold student pitch contest to promote a safe and healthy working environment
Students from Japan and around the world will compete for a better future of work at the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, on 17 July 2025.
Occupational Safety and Health
From struggles to safety: Transforming tea garden work in Nepal
From facing daily risks to embracing safer practices, tea garden workers in Nepal are redefining how quality tea is grown- with safety, health, and dignity through ILO Nepal's Occupational Safety and Health training.
News
Toward more institutionalized labour-management dialogue - ILO joins Asian Automotive Trade Union Conference hosted by JAW
Trade unions in the automotive industry from 8 countries gathered online to discuss their role in human rights due diligence
Research Report
Innovative approaches to formalization in Asia and the Pacific: Background report to ILO Asia and the Pacific Tripartite Regional Knowledge...
This report showcases a wide range of innovations that are taking place across Asia and the Pacific to tackle informality, ranging from state-of-the-art use of technology to facilitate formalization, to community-based approaches to protect workers...
Informality
ILO report spotlights innovative approaches to tackle informality in Asia and the Pacific
From digital tools to integrated policy reforms, new ILO findings highlight innovative strategies across the region aimed at promoting formal employment and protecting the rights of 1.3 billion informal workers.
News
ILO and Sharoushi Federation jointly advance SMEs’ efforts on responsible business conduct
The ILO and the Japan Federation of Labor and Social Security Attorney’s Associations (Sharoushi Federation) conducted the final session of the seminar series for small and medium-sized enterprises, focusing on human rights due diligence, held in...
Video
Empowering Thailand's Automotive Industry: Skills Development for Responsible Business Conduct
Research Brief
Summary Note on Just Transition
Video
ILO-Japan project boosts Thailand's auto sector resilience, sustainability and social responsibility
Press release
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.
News
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.
Video
Sri Lanka’s next generation of women seafarers are ready to set sail
Vulnerable and marginalized Sri Lankan youth, including women, are learning how to become seafarers, thanks to an ILO work-based learning programme, funded by the Government of Japan.
Asia-Pacific region and Japan kick off UN International Year of Cooperatives 2025
The ILO officials joined and addressed the launch that took place in Tokyo, Japan on February 19, 2025, highlighting the role of cooperatives in tackling existing and emerging global challenges and fostering inclusive economies.
Report
Decent Work and the Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) in Japan: Twelve dialogues
This report, authored by Kentaro Itami (Institute for Solidarity-Based Society, Hosei University), provides an overview of the SSE landscape in Japan, offering diverse perspectives from key stakeholders, including from government, social partners,...
Strengthening employers' capacity on environmental, social and governance issues in Tokyo
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