Brunei Darussalam ratifies Convention No. 100 on Equal Remuneration, 1951

© Alioune Ndiaye / ILO

© Alioune Ndiaye / ILO

GENEVA (ILO News) – On 10 October 2025, Brunei Darussalam deposited the instrument of ratification of the Equal Remuneration Convention, 1951 (No. 100), with the Director-General of the International Labour Organization (ILO).

Equal Remuneration Convention, 1951 (No. 100)

Convention No. 100 is a fundamental instrument that promotes the principle of equal remuneration for men and women for work of equal value, across all sectors and occupations. It calls on Member States to give effect to this principle through legislation, collective bargaining and wage-setting mechanisms. By ratifying this Convention, a country commits to identify and remedy gender bias in pay systems.

During the ceremony held at the ILO headquarters in Geneva, the Ambassador of Brunei Darussalam Dk Mazlizah Pg Hj Mahalee, expressed:

“This important step reaffirms our enduring commitment to the principles of fairness, dignity and equality in the workplace and marks a significant milestone in our national journey towards inclusiveness. Convention No. 100 enshrines the principle that all workers, regardless of gender Male or Female, should receive equal pay for work of equal value. Its ratification signals Brunei Darussalam’s dedication to eliminating gender-based wage disparities and ensuring that remuneration is based solely on the value of the work performed. By ratifying Convention C100, we are not only fulfilling our international obligations but also reinforcing our commitment to promote decent work for all and strengthen social justice within our labour market. This milestone strengthens institutional safeguards and underscores the Government’s determination to ensure fair and equitable employment practices across all sectors. Brunei Darussalam remains steadfast in its mission to build a fair, inclusive and resilient labour ecosystem and will continue to strengthen our legislative frameworks, invest in capacity building and foster meaningful partnerships to realize these aspirations.”

Upon receiving the instrument of ratification for Convention No. 100, ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo stated:

"Brunei Darussalam’s ratification of the Equal Remuneration Convention (No. 100) marks a significant step toward achieving gender equality and social justice. This demonstrates the country’s commitment to promoting equal pay for work of equal value, which is a cornerstone of decent work. Through this milestone, Brunei Darussalam is advancing social and economic equity, contributing to a more sustainable and inclusive economy. The ILO will continue to support the country in its pursuit of decent work."

With the ratification of Convention No. 100, Brunei Darussalam has ratified five of the ten ILO fundamental Conventions. These include: the Forced Labour Convention, 1930 (No. 29); the Minimum Age Convention, 1973 (No. 138); the Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention, 1999 (No. 182); and the Promotional Framework for Occupational Safety and Health Convention, 2006 (No. 187).

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