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ILO programme helps strengthen India's social security system

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.

Thailand and ILO reaffirm partnership to advance decent work and social justice
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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
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Azerbaijan explores ratification of Maritime Labour Convention

ILO supports Azerbaijan in advancing discussions on possible ratification of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006.

Sri Lanka: Employers submit roadmap to strengthen governance of social security institutions
Members of the Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC)

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...

ILO marks 10 years of Guiding Principles on refugee labour market access
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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
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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
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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

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.

Uzbekistan advances social protection statistics
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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.

Building capacity to drive SME productivity and decent work in Viet Nam
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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.

ILO Governing Body elects new Chairperson
357th Session of ILO Governing Body, June 2026

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.

ILO welcomes Telangana’s first comprehensive minimum wage fixation since state formation

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.

New ILO initiative supports better jobs for young people in Mongolia’s hospitality sector

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
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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
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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
Delegates at the Launch Meeting: Group of Friends on the Social and Solidarity Economy

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
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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
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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...

Cambodia’s National TVET Day 2026 strengthens partnerships for skills and workforce development
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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.

Philippines pilots new green skills construction training
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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...