MNEs contributors to creation of employment

The ILO should provide specific guidance to enterprises to promote responsible workplace practices along their supply chains, including through the use of the MNE Declaration. This would include the integration of the concept of decent work, the role of employers and workers organisations, and the importance of workers rights and the business case for sustainable practices into broader enterprise development programs." Conclusions concerning the promotion of sustainable enterprises - International Labour Conference, June 2007

Multinational enterprises are the principal drivers of globalization and through their investment bring substantial benefits to the working and living conditions of millions of people worldwide. Therefore, they have a vital role to play in promoting economic and social progress.

The Tripartite Declaration of Principles on Multinational Enterprises and Social Policy (MNE Declaration) provides direct guidance to enterprises on social policy and inclusive, responsible and sustainable workplace practices. It was adopted close to 40 years ago (amended in 2000 and 2006) and revised in 2017. Its principles are addressed to MNEs, governments, and employers’ and workers’ organizations and cover areas such as employment, training, conditions of work and life, and industrial relations as well as general policies. All its principles build on international labour standards (ILO conventions and recommendations). The MNE Declaration facilitates outreach and understanding of the Decent Work Agenda in the private sector.