Addressing the 114th International Labour Organisation (ILO) conference in Geneva, Switzerland today, Minister Pun said a 10-year action plan aimed at building a productive and inclusive labour market to fulfill the aspirations of Nepali youths.TAG_OPEN_div_27
Minister Yadav said that new challenges have been added to the global labour market due to change in technology along with ‘artificial intelligence’ (AI), climate change and labour mobility.TAG_OPEN_div_25 Pointing out the risk that these changes could widen inequalities and skills gaps if not properly planned, he said effective trilateral cooperation and the role of the ILO were crucial to ensure human dignity and social justice.
Minister Yadav said that Nepal has set a target to create employment opportunities in the country through technological and policy reforms for digital economy and youth self-employment.TAG_OPEN_div_23 The government is investing in AI infrastructure, digital startups, and remote work. He highlighted the need for a ‘gig economy’ and international standards to ensure clear agreements, data privacy and business safety for work being done through digital means.
On the occasion, Minister Yadav said that Nepal is preparing a unified ‘National Care Economy Policy’ for the first time in its history.TAG_OPEN_div_21 According to him, the Labour Inspection Convention 1947 and the Mandatory Labour Protocol 2014 have been presented in the Federal Parliament for its endorsement.
Stating that zero tolerance policy for the rights and interests of the migrant workers and the migrant workers was in the top priority of the government, Minister Yadav said the entire immigration system was going to be made digital to ensure recruitment process, proper remuneration and security.TAG_OPEN_div_19 He said the government was committed to connecting skills, experience and savings of the NRNs and the returnee migrants to the development of the country.
Minister Yadav clarified that the government has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy on labour exploitation and forced labour.TAG_OPEN_div_17 Stating that the name of the Ministry has been changed to ‘Ministry of Youth, Labour and Employment’, he said the future of job and future of youths are interlinked.
Minister Yadav called on all ILO member states to work together to serve the people, create decent employment and build a foundation for ensuring safe migration.TAG_OPEN_div_15
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