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Globalization, changing work dynamics, and advancements in automation and AI are driving a critical need for a skilled and adaptable workforce. Governments must implement forward-looking skills policies, while education systems should embrace new technologies and prioritize digital skills. Employers need to invest in workforce training and reskilling to meet evolving demands, and workers must incorporate lifelong learning into their careers.

Skills training

increases participant’s likelihood of getting a job by 14%.

Apprenticeships

86% of employers report more relevant skills from apprenticeships.

Generative AI

could augment at least 13% of employment worldwide, with a similar impact across regions.

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Tourism jobs in the aftermath of the pandemic: skills and labour in short supply
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ILO STAT article

Tourism jobs in the aftermath of the pandemic: skills and labour in short supply

Big data: What it is, what it does and how it impacts the world of work

Podcast series: Global challenges – Global solutions

Big data: What it is, what it does and how it impacts the world of work

Chapter 7: Building skills ecosystems for sustainable productivity improvements
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Global Employment Policy Review 2025

Chapter 7: Building skills ecosystems for sustainable productivity improvements

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Green jobs

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AI and digitalization

Skills acquisition

Skills acquisition

Youth employment

Youth employment

Policies, governance and financing

Policies, governance and financing

Inclusive societies

Inclusive societies

Private sector engagement and social dialogue

Private sector engagement and social dialogue

Productivity

Productivity

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PROSPECTS in Action: Vision, Milestones, and Impact

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PROSPECTS in Action: Vision, Milestones, and Impact

PROSPECTS in Action: Vision, Milestones, and Impact - Summary

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PROSPECTS in Action: Vision, Milestones, and Impact - Summary

PROSPECTS Partnership Kenya: Building inclusive pathways for refugees and host communities

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PROSPECTS Partnership Kenya: Building inclusive pathways for refugees and host communities

Initiatives

ILO's Africa Skills Hub
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ILO's Africa Skills Hub

Skills for Trade and Economic Diversification
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Skills for Trade and Economic Diversification

Skills for Productivity, Environment and Economic Diversification
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SPEED

Skills for Productivity, Environment and Economic Diversification

ASEAN Year of Skills
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ASEAN Year of Skills

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