Press releases
2023
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Collective efforts needed for gender equality at work
25 May 2023
100 DIFE female labour inspectors pledge for change
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Strengthening bilateral labour migration agreements to protect the rights of women migrant workers
18 May 2023
ILO, UN Women and IOM host a Symposium on women migrants workers’ rights under the GOALS programme.
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Ministry of Labour and Employment Hosts the Fourth Meeting of EIS Pilot Governance Board
16 May 2023
On May 10, 2023, the Governance Board of the Employment Injury Scheme (EIS) Pilot convened the fourth meeting with the purpose of expediting the progress of the EIS Pilot.
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Bangladesh, ILO and the EU and its Member States reaffirm their commitment to advancing decent work in the country
11 May 2023
Partners agree new development project to improve decent work opportunities as well as to strengthen business sustainability and competitiveness.
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Training for Trainers (ToT) on implementing handbook, and checklist on ‘Model Enterprise Clinics'
13 April 2023
The Employment Injury Scheme (EIS) Project funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bangladesh, organized a two-day Training for Trainers (ToT) for Employers (BGMEA and BKMEA) on implementing the 'Model Enterprise Clinics' Handbook and Checklist.
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Newly formed Governance Board of EIS pilot convenes third meeting at Ministry of Labour and Employment
11 April 2023
Under the Employment Injury Scheme (EIS) Pilot, the third meeting of the Governance Board was held on April 11, 2023, aiming to enhance Employment Injury Protection for ready-made garment workers.
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Equipping Asia-Pacific youth with entrepreneurial skills for sustainable growth
10 April 2023
Youth in Bangladesh, Cambodia and the Philippines learn entrepreneurship and soft skills using the ILO’s activity-based learning tools.
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ILO-Canada and the Government of Bangladesh start ProGRESS project to build the foundation for an inclusive skills system
19 March 2023
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The Government of Bangladesh launches the Bangladesh National Qualifications Framework (BNQF)
12 March 2023
A significant milestone in the harmonization and strengthening of the educational system of Bangladesh
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ILO Statement on the explosions at Seema Oxygen Plant in Chittagong's Sitakunda upazila and the Science Lab area in Dhaka
05 March 2023
ILO expresses condolences and solidarity with families of the victims of two incidents in Bangladesh.
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Bangladesh Business and Human Rights Week Landmark dialogue held to chart roadmap for responsible business conduct
02 March 2023
Stakeholders highlighted the importance of removing barriers to responsible business as a vehicle for advancing sustainable development in Bangladesh
2022
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17th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting concludes with launch of ‘Singapore Statement’
09 December 2022
Statement identifies priorities to tackle wide range of existing and new employment challenges facing Asia, the Pacific and Arab States.
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ILO’s 17th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting opens with call for greater efforts to ensure inclusive growth
06 December 2022
Government, employer and worker representatives from Asia and the Pacific and the Arab States gather in Singapore to shape priorities for action to drive employment growth in both regions.
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17th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting of the International Labour Organization to take place 6-9 December in Singapore
29 November 2022
High-level participation to include President of Singapore H.E. Halimah Yacob, new ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo and 15 ministers from Asia, the Pacific and Arab States.
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Jobs in Asia and the Pacific record modest recovery while future growth prospects remain challenging
28 November 2022
Region’s labour market yet to get back on pre-crisis track while clear need exists to drive decent work in sectors employing the majority of workers.
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Media opportunities at the 17th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM)
25 November 2022
Information on opportunities for media coverage at the 17th APRM
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ILO to release new report on Asia-Pacific Employment and Social Outlook 2022
24 November 2022
This third edition of the biennial Asia–Pacific Employment and Social Outlook pulls together the most recent statistics to highlight how labour markets in the region are recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The ITCILO invites youth to the Winter Global Youth Forum 2023
15 November 2022
The ITCILO, training arm of the International Labour Organization, invites undergraduate, graduate students and young professionals to participate in the Winter Global Youth Forum 2023 – an experiential learning platform bringing youth at the forefront of efforts aimed at supporting the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and achieving its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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17th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting of the International Labour Organization to take place 6-9 December in Singapore
10 November 2022
The 17th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting of the ILO will be held 6 to 9 December 2022 in Singapore, to discuss concrete steps to drive job-rich growth that is inclusive and transformative.
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Social and solidarity economy to foster sustainable and inclusive development in Asia and the Pacific
21 October 2022
Japan International Labour Foundation and ILO raised awareness of social and solidarity economy including cooperatives in Asia and the Pacific.