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ILO and partners launch certification programme to boost Lebanese agricultural exports to the EU
The new crop certification drive, led by a Sweden-funded initiative, will help Lebanese farmers and exporters meet EU standards, improve coordination and boost competitiveness in agricultural exports.
Global Accelerator
Uzbekistan unveils major actions to curb informal economy and strengthen social protection
Launch of the Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection for Just Transitions and the Multistakeholder Global Accelerator Joint Programme in Uzbekistan
Youth employment
Kenyan Youth Harness AI to Tackle Unemployment
A youth-driven AI hackathon in Nakuru, Kenya, supported by the International Labour Organization, empowered young innovators to design tech-driven solutions to unemployment, ranging from digital farming advice to inclusive online learning platforms.
Roundtable on 'Mainstreaming Employment in Economic Policy Making' hosted by ILO
The dialogue's objective was to deliberate on the key elements of an integrated policy approach aimed at fostering productive employment generation and advancing structural transformation in the Indian economy.
Occupational safety and health
Kazakhstan employers take the lead on occupational safety and health: High-level event marks World Safety and Health Day at Work 2025
ILO urges fairer global trade and stronger labour protections amid global economic fragmentation during an official visit to Bahrain
Director-General Houngbo called for promoting decent work through just digital and green transitions and social dialogue amid global trade and supply chain shifts during the Bab Al Bahrain Forum, and met with government, employer and worker...
Tripartism and social dialogue
National industry dialogue fosters greater collaboration across Thailand’s evolving automotive manufacturing supply chain
Amid global shifts and growing uncertainty, the International Labour Organization (ILO) supports a National Industry Dialogue for a Responsible and Sustainable Supply Chain in Thailand to boost auto industry linkages and collaboration.
From Compliance to Commitment: Industry Leaders gathered to promote Responsible Business Conduct in New Delhi
Rise for Impact
ILO project champions sustainable cotton cultivation through targeted farmer trainings in Uzbekistan
The ILO Rise for Impact project delivered practical workshops for farmers in Jizzakh and Syrdarya regions, promoting sustainable agriculture, stronger livelihoods and workers’ rights.
World Forum for Local Economic Development 2025
ILO champions social and solidarity economy for local transformation
The ILO highlighted the transformative role of the social and solidarity economy (SSE) in fostering sustainable development, resilience, quality care services, youth employment, and financial inclusion at the VI World Forum for Local Economic...
Thailand builds safer and healthier workplaces in the age of digitalization
On World Day for Safety and Health at Work, Thailand reaffirms its commitment to create well-balanced working environments where technology enhances workers' safety and health.
Partners celebrate a decade of impact from ILO Job Search Club training
ILO and Ministry of Youth and Sports highlight ten years of youth empowerment in Egypt.
ILO joins launch of second phase of Egypt’s “Be Ready” initiative
Building on the success of its 2023 pilot phase, the second phase of Egypt’s 'Be Ready' initiative aims to prepare one million young people with the skills and opportunities needed to succeed in an increasingly dynamic labour market.
2025 World Day for Safety and Health at Work
ILO and China celebrate 2025 World Day for Safety and Health at Work with launch of new SCORE pilots
The Ministry of Emergency Management of China expands the SCORE programme into eight more provinces one year after entering a new MOU with the ILO.
ILO and Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation reaffirm support for Oman’s inclusive social protection reforms
A high-level visit, set in the context of Oman’s recent social protection reforms, aimed to deepen cooperation on social protection and migration under the new STREAM programme.
Institutional capacity building
A step towards strengthening employer representation in Somalia
After years of war, unrest, and protracted crisis, the ILO Bureau for Employers’ Activities (ACT/EMP) supports the Somali Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in its next major milestone: the development and validation of its Strategic Plan...
Specialized training tackles violence and harassment in the world of work in Jordan
The ILO and national partners hold a training workshop that coincides with World Day for Safety and Health at Work and International Workers' Day to promote a to promote a safe and violence-free working environment.
The ILO, through its Vision Zero Fund, joins forces with Nike Inc. to launch Commuting Safety Challenge for garment factories
ILO Director-General calls for an integrated approach to jobs, rights, and growth
Decent work must be an explicit target of economic policy, Gilbert F. Houngbo tells IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings.
BRICS Brazil
The ILO calls on BRICS to strengthen efforts on social justice as groundbreaking LEMM declaration on AI and Just Transition is adopted
BRICS Labour Ministers adopted their Labour and Employment Ministers’ Meeting Declaration during their annual meeting in Brazil.
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