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Zambia advances toward ratification of Convention No. 102 with launch of Comparative Assessment Report

Zambia has launched an ILO report confirming its readiness to ratify key parts of the Social Security (Minimum Standards) Convention, 1952 (No. 102), strengthening its commitment to universal social protection.

Jordan explores global models to extend social security coverage through contribution subsidies

National workshop highlights international experiences and Jordan’s progress in using contribution subsidies to include informal and vulnerable workers in social protection systems

Formalization of the Informal Economy Project (Phase II)

ILO supports the government in simplifying administrative processes for MSMEs in Mongolia

The International Labour Organization (ILO) collaborates with the Government of Mongolia to simplify registration and licensing processes for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), reducing administrative burdens and promoting formalization...

ILO in Viet Nam welcomes new leadership

Sinwon Park takes up her post as Director of the ILO Country Office for Viet Nam.

Strong and inclusive wage systems key to reducing poverty and building resilience in the Pacific

New report urges stronger wage policies, better enforcement and adequate pay to protect vulnerable workers and promote inclusive growth across the Pacific.

New ILO report highlights collective bargaining as key to decent work in the arts

The publication showcases how unions and employers are using collective agreements to make the arts and entertainment sector fairer and more sustainable.

Decent work

Bangsamoro Parliament passes landmark Labour Code in unanimous vote

The Bangsamoro Parliament in the Philippines has unanimously approved the Bangsamoro Labor and Employment Code (BLEC), a historic reform hailed as a cornerstone for decent work, social justice, and inclusive economic growth in the region.

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ILO Governing Body to hold its 355th Session

The ILO Governing Body will meet in Geneva from 17 to 27 November 2025 to review key policy and country matters.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

Mongolian businesses chart sustainable future based on integrity and responsible practices

With the support of the ILO’s LEADER programme, Mongolian companies and the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry are advancing responsible business conduct.

ILO PROSPECTS launches learning portal to transform forced displacement response

The ILO PROSPECTS Learning Portal turns years of field experience into practical, interactive resources to help practitioners, policymakers, and partners improve responses to forced displacement worldwide.

Nigeria Strengthens Labour Migration Systems Through Stakeholder Collaboration

With support from the ILO and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (German Corporation for International Cooperation), GIZ, Nigeria’s Technical Working Committee on Labour Migration Governance met in Abuja to refine tools that...

Tripartite Advisory Committee advances policy action on informality in Armenia

Armenia’s tripartite constituents convened to prepare for upcoming policy discussions and advance the final phase of the ILO initiative on formalization.

ILO launches recovery support for earthquake-hit communities in Myanmar

Livelihood recovery activities take place to support affected communities in the Inle Lake area and Mandalay Region of Myanmar.

Care economy

United Nations Joint Programme on care economy supported Türkiye to advance a transformative vision for inclusive growth

The closing event of the UN Joint Programme on Transformative Growth of the Care Economy in Türkiye highlighted the country’s growing commitment, in collaboration with the United Nations Türkiye, to position the care economy as a foundation for...

Global Accelerator

Namibia explores solutions to jobless growth

The Economic Association of Namibia, partnered with the Hanns Seidel Foundation recently on a policy dialogue themed “The jobless growth puzzle: Can Namibia unlock inclusive prosperity?”. Through the Ministry of Finance, the government outlined its...

Responsible business conduct

Indonesia Business Forum 2025 promotes responsible business in Indonesia’s garment industry

Better Work Indonesia, a joint programme of the ILO and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), promotes Human Rights Due Diligence in the garment sector and highlights collaborative efforts and best practices in labour law compliance and...

Global Accelerator

Namibia advances towards its third National Employment Policy

Namibia is drafting its third National Employment Policy to boost decent job creation and inclusive growth. The policy is intended to tackle unemployment, informality, and leverage on green and digital economic opportunities, with a strong focus on...

Albania reaffirms commitment to inclusive growth at Doha World Summit for Social Development

Albania highlighted reforms in employment, social protection, health and education as central to its national and European integration agenda.

Senegal validates the national policy for quality vocational training

Senegal validates its national policy on quality apprenticeships: a key milestone for youth employment and economic development.

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Cambodian women’s networks champion safe migration and protection from exploitation

With support from the EU-funded PROTECT Project and the Cambodian Women’s Crisis Centre, women-led community networks are taking action to prevent violence, trafficking and exploitation.