The ILO and the G7
The G7 is a forum for international economic cooperation among some of the world’s largest economies. It is made up of seven countries - Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States - together with the European Union.
It meets to discuss pressing international economic, and at times also political issues, and coordinate global policy.
The ILO is a key knowledge partner to the Employment Working Group (EWG). It may also be called upon to support other working groups. The ILO provides technical inputs to the G7 EWG on policies that promote decent work and advance social justice. It conducts analysis and provides policy recommendations on labour, economic and social issues to support discussions of the group.
Facts and Figures
Labour force participation rate
The estimated labour force participation rate in G7 countries is 60.3 % in 2026.
Unemployment rate
The estimated unemployment rate in G7 countries is 4.6 % in 2026.
Jobs gap rate
The estimated jobs gap rate in G7 countries is 7.6 % in 2026.
Latest publications and documents
G7
Compendium of best practices for a human-centered development and use of Artificial Intelligence in the world of work
WE Empower Project
WE Empower: Fostering Trickle-Down Effects in G7 Countries
Report
Labour Provisions in G7 trade agreements: A comparative perspective
News and stories
G7 Labour and Employment Ministers
ILO welcomes the G7 Social Presidency’s initiatives to promote quality jobs and strengthen decent work
G7 Labour and Employment Ministers
ILO urges bold G7 action to empower youth for future of work
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