News and statements on labour migration

  1. 2021 Global Media Competition on Labour Migration

    06 May 2021

    The Competition aims to recognize fair and balanced media reports that contribute to the elimination of public misperception, xenophobia and discrimination against migrant workers and highlight the positive contributions they make.

  2. Qatar’s new minimum wage enters into force

    19 March 2021

    Qatar’s new non-discriminatory minimum wage comes into force – adding to the series of major labour reforms underway.

  3. ILO to release report on migrant pay gap

    10 December 2020

  4. ILO to launch reports on experiences of women migrant workers in Thailand and Malaysia

    06 December 2016

    Ahead of International Migrants Day (18 December), the ILO will hold a launch event for two new reports.

  5. A smart way to prevent bonded labour

    03 May 2013

    A young couple and their new baby are the first beneficiaries of a national health insurance scheme which now extends to migrant brick kiln workers at risk of bondage, in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.