Decision concerning the enhanced programme of development cooperation for the occupied Arab territories

The Governing Body:

(a) noted the information contained in document GB.358/POL/6 on the progress made to date in implementing the ILO's Decent Work and Recovery Programme for the Occupied Palestinian Territory (2026-29) and commended the Office for its efforts to address the urgent needs of Palestinian workers and employers;

(b) acknowledged with appreciation the financial contributions provided by Member States to the ILO's Decent Work and Recovery Programme and called on other Member States and development partners to provide additional resources to support its full implementation, in close coordination with the ILO tripartite constituents;

(c) welcomed the successful convening of the resource mobilization meeting in the margins of its 358th Session (November 2026);

(d) requested the Director-General to continue providing his good offices to support the rights of Palestinian workers and employers and their access to workplaces, as well as to continue to address long-term priorities as highlighted in several of his annual reports to the International Labour Conference, such as the issue of social security funds and permit system reform.

(GB.358/POL/6, paragraph 34, as amended by the Governing Body)