Malaysian government officials build skills on decent work and responsible business conduct in supply chains
A workshop helps Government officials strengthen their knowledge of ILO instruments and national policies to advance the Decent Work Agenda and responsible business conduct in supply chains in Malaysia.
20 December 2024
Putrajaya, Malaysia (ILO News) – Officials from Malaysian ministries and government agencies are working with the International Labour Organization (ILO) to deepen their understanding of the Decent Work Agenda and responsible business conduct, emphasizing the alignment of national policies with global labour standards.
A workshop titled "Introduction to the Responsible Business Conduct through the Framework of the ILO MNE Declaration, Fair Recruitment Principles and Operational Guidelines and National Policies" took place from 9 to 10 December 2024 in Putrajaya.
The training, co-organised by the ILO and the Ministry of Human Resources (MOHR), brought together officials from six ministries and agencies. It aimed to enhance government officials' awareness of the importance of Responsible Business Conduct, including through ILO instruments, and how national policies from different Ministries can be aligned with international labour standards.
During the 2-day training, the participants also had the opportunity to understand the current progress of the National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights (NAPBHR) and the New Industrial Master Plan 2030. The workshop served as a platform for the participants to share their insights into the current national labour issues and how to address them by applying the ILO instruments and existing national laws and policies.
"Understanding the connection between international labour standards and supply chains is crucial for fostering responsible business conduct and inclusive economic growth," said Zharif, the National Project Coordinator at the International Labour Organization (ILO). "By aligning national policies with global standards, Malaysia can enhance its businesses' competitiveness, improve conditions for workers, and drive long-term economic resilience."
The workshop took place with the support of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) of Japan, U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) and Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) through the following ILO projects: the ILO Building Responsible Value Chain in Asia through the Promotion of Decent Work in Business Operations Project (RVC-II), Migrant Workers Empowerment and Advocacy (MWEA), Global Accelerator Lab (GALAB) and Advancing Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work on Forced Labour and Child Labour in Malaysia (Electrical and Electronics Sector) (ADVANCE).