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Voices and insights on social protection and migration in the South Asia–Gulf corridor

Ageing migrant populations require new approaches to social protection

The first paper in the ILO STREAM Programme's Voices and Insights series examines how ageing among long-term migrant workers is exposing gaps in social protection across the migration corridor linking South Asia and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)...

Gender and statistics in the world of work in the Arab States Region

The Brief on Gender and Statistics in the Arab States region examines the critical role of quality, disaggregated labour statistics in advancing gender equality and inclusion in the world of work across the Arab States. It reviews the availability...

Sri Lanka moves to shield migrant workers from crises through enhanced social protection

National consultation calls for stronger, better-coordinated social protection systems in countries of origin and destination to protect migrant workers and their families before, during and after crises.

Cross-regional dialogue platform launched on social protection for migrant workers along the Asia–Gulf corridor

The launch of the platform, co-chaired by the Philippines and the GCC Executive Bureau, sends a powerful message: effective social protection for migrant workers can only be achieved through dialogue and partnership between countries of origin and...

Development cooperation programme

Saudi Arabia and ILO discuss ongoing cooperation aimed at advancing labour market development and worker protection

New report

AI-driven transformation puts jobs, inequality and skills at a crossroads in the Arab region

A new report outlines diverging AI futures for jobs, growth and inequality in the Arab region. Proactive and inclusive policy measures are needed today, ILO Regional Director Ruba Jaradat says during an Arab Forum for Sustainable Development special...

IMRF stakeholders strengthen commitments to wage and social protection for migrant workers

A high-level dialogue at the International Migration Review Forum 2026 explored practical ways to include migrant workers in wage and social protection systems across the migration corridor between Africa, Asia and the Gulf, with the support of the...

Rethinking social protection across borders for migrant domestic workers

A research event organized by the ILO STREAM Programme presented new research and practical solutions to ensure that those who provide care across the South Asia–GCC corridor are themselves protected and cared for.

Saudi Arabia strengthens national capacities in cooperative development

Saudi Arabia is strengthening its national capacities to promote cooperatives by building a pool of certified cooperative trainers to expand access to locally delivered training and advisory services across the country.

GB.356/INS/15(Rev.2)/Decision

Decision concerning the complaint submitted under article 26 of the ILO Constitution alleging non-observance by Saudi Arabia of Conventions...

GB.356/INS/15(Rev.2)

Complaint submitted under article 26 of the ILO Constitution alleging non-observance by Saudi Arabia of Conventions Nos 29, 95 and 111

In version Rev.2 of 30 March, paragraphs 17, 18 and 23 of the Appendix were corrected.

ILO Director-General urges a human-centred response to technological change and global labour market fragmentation

At the Global Labour Market Conference in Riyadh, ILO Director General Gilbert F. Houngbo highlighted the need for inclusive growth, a just transition and renewed social dialogue amid labour market disruption and geopolitical uncertainty.

NDC 2.0 Review in the Arab States

Regional report of the integration of just transition themes in the Nationally Determined Contributions across the Arab States

This report reviews the second editions of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) as submitted to the UNFCCC NDC portal by July 2024, according to the 9 policy areas of the guidelines, as per the ILO Guidelines for a just transition to...

Employers and Business Membership Organization - capacity building

ILO Bureau for Employers’ Activities concludes two online validation workshops on strengthening labour functions in employers’...

Strengthening labour functions in employers’ and business membership organizations in the Arab States

GB.355/INS/17/1/Decision

Decision concerning the complaint alleging non-observance by Saudi Arabia of Conventions Nos 29, 95, 111, 143 and 155

GB.355/INS/16/7/Decision

Decision concerning the report of the Committee set up to examine the representation alleging non-observance by Saudi Arabia of Convention...

GB.355/INS/16/7 - Seventh Supplementary Report

Report of the Committee set up to examine the representation alleging non-observance by Saudi Arabia of Convention No. 29 and its Protocol...

GB.355/INS/17/1 – Reports of the Officers of the Governing Body

First report: Complaint submitted under article 26 of the ILO Constitution alleging non-observance by Saudi Arabia of Conventions Nos 29,...

New ILO-GCC joint report

Report reviews the wage protection system in Gulf Cooperation Council countries

Joint ILO-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) analysis highlights the extent of progress made in ensuring timely wage payments.

New ILO-GCC joint report

Wage Protection Systems in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries: A regional analysis

This report, developed by the ILO in close collaboration with the GCC Executive Bureau, addresses a critical knowledge gap concerning the design and operation of Wage Protection Systems (WPS) in GCC countries. Drawing on public documentation and...