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Indonesia improves its ministerial coordination to better protect fishers working onboard fishing vessels

The Ministry of Manpower and the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, with support from the ILO, signed two collaboration agreements on strengthening the recruitment mechanism and joint inspection in Indonesia’s fishing industry.

Saint Lucia reaffirms ILO partnership to strengthen national labour landscape

Targeted support will enhance OSH, policy decisions and skills development.

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JEITA organizes a workshop on human rights policy establishment for SMEs with ILO and Sharoushi Federation

At a human rights policy workshop organised by a Japan’s employers’ organisation for electronics sector, an ILO expert emphasized that human rights issues could arise in any company, making efforts on responsible business conduct essential for...

Strengthening Caribbean cooperatives as a formula for their success

ILO’s recent initiatives have deepened capacity to increase livelihoods, productivity and resilience.

ILO participates in open discussion on “Dignity and liberty of individuals: Rights of manual scavengers”

Advancing Decent Work and inclusive industrialization

Ethiopia’s ONE ILO Siraye Programme marks milestones in decent work and industrial development

Improved wages, safer workplaces, and gender equality—Ethiopia’s garment sector is changing for the better. The ONE ILO Siraye Programme has united workers, employers, and government for a shared vision of decent work. As Phase I concludes,...

Elimination of child labour in Türkiye

2024 Steering Committee Meeting held on eliminating child labour in hazelnut harvesting

Training aims enhancing the knowledge and awareness of Turkish Confederation of Employer Associations affiliated union leaders and experts on fundamental labour principles and rights, freedom of association, and the future of work.

Indonesia and ILO sign grant agreement to support emergency response programme in the Occupied Palestinian Territory

The Government of the Republic of Indonesia and the International Labour Organization (ILO) have signed a landmark agreement to provide critical support for the recovery phase of the ILO’s Emergency Response Programme in the Occupied Palestinian...

Business and human rights

ILO joins forces with Indonesian government and university to promote Responsible Business Conduct and Decent Work

The ILO collaborates with the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs and University of Padjadjaran to develop a University Network, integrating responsible business conduct and decent work issues into university’s curricula.

Europe and Central Asia Regional Forum

ILO’s Tripartite Regional Knowledge Sharing Forum concludes with commitment to tackle informality, through social dialogue, evidence-based...

Forum stresses strategic partnerships for effective transition to formality.

METI Project

Paving the way for employment-centered trade and investment policies in METI II

Mainstreaming Employment into Trade and Investment (METI), a four-year regional programme funded by the European Union and implemented by the International Labour Organization (ILO), has officially concluded. The closing event, held from 10 to 12...

Migrant workers

Bangladesh: Rethinking labour migration governance for a fairer future

Bangladeshi migrant workers are not only shaping economies abroad but also driving development at home. However, their journey remains fraught with challenges that demand systemic reforms.

Workshop enhances cassation appeal drafting skills of the Armenian Health and Labour Inspection Body officials

Officials from Armenia’s Health and Labour Inspection Body participated in a workshop to strengthen their skills in drafting cassation appeals. Organised with support from the ILO’s PILRAT Project, the training aimed to improve legal procedures and...

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Gaza: ILO resumes activities with emergency employment programme

The initiative marks a critical step in addressing the devastating socio-economic impact of the ongoing crisis on workers, employers, and their families while restoring vital services for the community.

Malaysian government officials build skills on decent work and responsible business conduct in supply chains

A workshop helps Government officials strengthen their knowledge of ILO instruments and national policies to advance the Decent Work Agenda and responsible business conduct in supply chains in Malaysia.

ILO and International Seabed Authority sign landmark agreement to protect human life and promote decent work

The agreement between the two agencies highlights a shared commitment to workers’ rights, as interest in seabed activities and resources continues to grow.

ILO promoting decent work in India's cotton supply chain

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Joint project transforms lives of refugee and host communities in Koshi Province

“A Systemic Approach to Strengthen Refugee and Host Community Livelihoods in Nepal” project, funded by UNHCR and implemented by ILO, enables refugees to transition from dependence to self-sufficiency through market-driven solutions.

Suriname becomes the 67th country to ratify Convention No. 102

Suriname has become the 67th Member State to have ratified ILO’s landmark Convention No. 102, which sets the minimum standards and core principles for social security.