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AI-driven transformation puts jobs, inequality and skills at a crossroads in the Arab region
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New report

AI-driven transformation puts jobs, inequality and skills at a crossroads in the Arab region

A new report outlines diverging AI futures for jobs, growth and inequality in the Arab region. Proactive and inclusive policy measures are needed today, ILO Regional Director Ruba Jaradat says during an Arab Forum for Sustainable Development special...

Kazakhstan strengthens mine safety through regional training in Ust-Kamenogorsk
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Occupational safety and health (OSH)

Kazakhstan strengthens mine safety through regional training in Ust-Kamenogorsk

The final training in Ust-Kamenogorsk brought together workers, employers and labour inspectors to strengthen occupational safety and health practices in the mining sector.

ILO receives International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion on Convention No. 87 and the right to strike
International Court of Justice, La Hague, Netherlands

ILO receives International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion on Convention No. 87 and the right to strike

The Opinion concerns a long-standing difference of views as to whether the right to strike of workers and their organizations is protected under the Freedom of Association and Protection of the Right to Organize Convention, 1948 (No. 87).

Regional forum advances universal health coverage and universal social protection in Asia and the Pacific

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Regional forum advances universal health coverage and universal social protection in Asia and the Pacific

Peer-to peer exchange shares experiences and helps chart path towards wider and more effective coverage.

New public mural in Bangkok highlights the relationship between migrant workers and Thai communities

Labour migration

New public mural in Bangkok highlights the relationship between migrant workers and Thai communities

A new mural in the Thong Lor area highlights the connections between migrant workers and Thai communities, celebrating the major contributions migrants make to Thailand’s economy and society.

Turkmenistan advances dialogue on social protection
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Turkmenistan advances dialogue on social protection

The ILO, UNICEF and the World Bank held consultations in Ashgabat on the results of the Core Diagnostic Instrument (CODI) social protection system assessment and next steps to strengthen social protection in Turkmenistan.

First training of trainers’ workshop on cooperatives held in Pakistan
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Press release

First training of trainers’ workshop on cooperatives held in Pakistan

The training brought together stakeholders to promote cooperative models that can improve livelihoods and working conditions for informal waste pickers.

Caribbean unions prepare for decisive role at 114th session of the ILC
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Caribbean workers' delegates to 114 session of the ILC

Caribbean unions prepare for decisive role at 114th session of the ILC

The Caribbean Congress of Labour and the ILO convened regional trade union leaders on 18 May to align priorities and prepare a coordinated Caribbean voice for the 114th International Labour Conference, which opens in Geneva on 1 June.

Cotton communities in Uzbekistan strengthen labour awareness
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RISE for Impact

Cotton communities in Uzbekistan strengthen labour awareness

ILO workshop brought together farmers and local partners to discuss fundamental principles and rights at work and decent work in Uzbekistan.

ILO backs Barbados’ commitment to decent work and labour mobility
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Labour migration

ILO backs Barbados’ commitment to decent work and labour mobility

As Barbados advances regional free movement and national migration reforms, the ILO is engaging tripartite partners on targeted technical support to strengthen labour migration governance, data systems and social dialogue.

ILO and Ibero-American partners advance the agenda on the rights of young people

Partnership

ILO and Ibero-American partners advance the agenda on the rights of young people

At ministerial meetings in Spain, the ILO and regional partners reinforced cooperation on youth employment and social inclusion, while advancing policies to expand opportunities for young people across Ibero-America.

Advancing dialogue on just transition and sustainable enterprise development in Timor-Leste: A joint initiative by CCI-TL and ILO
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Advancing dialogue on just transition and sustainable enterprise development in Timor-Leste: A joint initiative by CCI-TL and ILO

The Workshop provided a platform to discuss how Timorese enterprises can remain competitive amid climate change and regional economic integration, particularly as the country advances toward ASEAN accession.

ILO, EU, and UNICEF strengthen Nigeria’s social protection system through TRANSFORM master trainers initiative
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ILO, EU, and UNICEF strengthen Nigeria’s social protection system through TRANSFORM master trainers initiative

With the certification of a new cohort of national trainers, the TRANSFORM programme is empowering Nigeria to build a more inclusive, shock-responsive social protection system that delivers real impact for vulnerable communities.

ILO, EU support Zambia’s skills development with ICT equipment
ILO and the European Union have handed over ICT equipment worth about K1 million to Zambia’s Ministries of Technology and Science, and Labour and Social Security in Lusaka.ment, coordination and labour market planning.

ILO, EU support Zambia’s skills development with ICT equipment

ILO and the European Union have handed over ICT equipment worth about K1 million to Zambia’s Ministries of Technology and Science, and Labour and Social Security to strengthen skills development, coordination and labour market planning.

China, EU and ILO deepen cooperation on social protection with new project phase

Social protection

China, EU and ILO deepen cooperation on social protection with new project phase

Montenegro advances responsible business conduct for SMEs

Small and Medium Enterprises

Montenegro advances responsible business conduct for SMEs

A new roadmap aims to align business practices with the principles of international labour standards and the ILO MNE Declaration.

Royal Government of Cambodia, United Nations and Switzerland accelerate efforts to expand decent employment opportunities for youth
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Skills development youth

Royal Government of Cambodia, United Nations and Switzerland accelerate efforts to expand decent employment opportunities for youth

Egypt advances employer-led skills governance in tourism sector
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Egypt advances employer-led skills governance in tourism sector

Partners convene to consolidate progress on the employer-led platform, Sector Skills Council for Tourism, and agree on next steps for demand-driven workforce development in one of Egypt's key sectors.

Media accreditation for the 114th International Labour Conference
ILC palais room XX 112th Session

1-12 June 2026

Media accreditation for the 114th International Labour Conference

Zambia targets end to Child Labour with new national action plan
review progress and develop a new National Action Plan (NAP III) in Kabwe.

Zambia targets end to Child Labour with new national action plan

Zambia is stepping up efforts to end child labour, as Government and partners, with ILO support, review progress and develop a new National Action Plan (NAP III) to drive stronger, results-focused action to protect children’s rights and future.