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ILO programme helps strengthen India's social security system
Initiative builds institutional capacity on governance, service excellence and actuarial practice for one of India's largest social insurance institutions.
Advance decent work and social justice
Thailand and ILO reaffirm partnership to advance decent work and social justice
Azerbaijan explores ratification of Maritime Labour Convention
ILO supports Azerbaijan in advancing discussions on possible ratification of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006.
Social Security
Sri Lanka: Employers submit roadmap to strengthen governance of social security institutions
The Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC), with support from ILO ACTEMP and ITC-ILO, has presented a roadmap for strengthening governance of Sri Lanka’s social security institutions. Recent government reform proposals reflect key themes advanced...
World Refugee Day 2026
ILO marks 10 years of Guiding Principles on refugee labour market access
New publications released ahead of World Refugee Day (20 June) highlight lessons learned and practical approaches to implementing the Principles across diverse national contexts.
Kazakhstan builds capacity to investigate workplace accidents
An ILO webinar brought together more than 50 representatives of government, employers and workers to strengthen workplace accident investigation and improve occupational safety and health in Kazakhstan.
ILO and Uzbekistan trade unions discuss social insurance
The ILO and the Federation of Trade Unions of Uzbekistan exchanged views on implementing the new Social Insurance Law and strengthening social protection.
Menopause at work: addressing productivity loss, talent retention and gender equality
657 million women at work face menopause, costing billions in lost productivity and pushing experienced talent out of jobs. A recent ILO webinar reveals why action is critical for economic performance and equality.
Global Accelerator
Uzbekistan advances social protection statistics
ILO workshop brought together national institutions to strengthen social protection data and improve evidence-based policymaking in Uzbekistan.
Productivity ecosystems for decent work
Building capacity to drive SME productivity and decent work in Viet Nam
New training, advisory services, and knowledge-sharing initiatives are helping SME support organizations and enterprises accelerate digital and green transformation while improving productivity and working conditions.
12–13 June
ILO Governing Body elects new Chairperson
At its 357th Session, the International Labour Organization’s Governing Body elected its Chairperson for the period 2026–2027.
Minimum wage
ILO welcomes Telangana’s first comprehensive minimum wage fixation since state formation
Wage increase expected to benefit more than 9.2 million workers and strengthen evidence-based wage setting in India’s youngest state.
Youth Employment Promotion Project (YEPP)
New ILO initiative supports better jobs for young people in Mongolia’s hospitality sector
The ILO has launched the SCORE Hospitality Coaching (SCORE HoCo) Programme in Mongolia’s hospitality sector, helping enterprises improve productivity, service quality and workplace cooperation while creating better employment opportunities for young...
ILO and Switzerland launch initiative to boost productivity and decent work in Ukraine
Enterprises in Ukraine will receive support to improve productivity, working conditions and competitiveness, contributing to the country’s reconstruction.
Azerbaijan explores practical approaches to pay equity
ILO workshop brought together government, employers, workers and experts to share international experience and practical tools for reducing the gender pay gap in Azerbaijan.
Governments launch Group of Friends on the Social and Solidarity Economy at the ILO
Governments from across all United Nations regional groups met at the ILO to launch a voluntary platform for cooperation on the social and solidarity economy. The Group of Friends on the Social and Solidarity Economy is intended to support exchange,...
South African firms turn productivity into better jobs
The ILO and Productivity SA are helping enterprises improve workplace systems, competitiveness and decent work.
ILO powers productivity in Ghana's garment and shea sectors
Through the Productivity Ecosystems for Decent Work Programme, the ILO is strengthening organizations in Ghana's garment and shea sectors, helping enterprises, employers and workers improve productivity, strengthen representation and contribute to...
ILO/China Partnership Programme
Cambodia’s National TVET Day 2026 strengthens partnerships for skills and workforce development
The annual event showcases the role of technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in creating jobs, improving productivity and equipping workers with skills through South-South Cooperation.
Green skills
Philippines pilots new green skills construction training
A new core team of master trainers will promote foundational skills on sustainable building materials, renewable energy, and climate-resilient design to prepare young workers for the construction industry’s green transition through the ILO-Korea...
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