The 114th session of the International Labor Conference (ILC), the main annual forum of the International Labor Organization (ILO), has opened in Geneva. From June 1 to 12, representatives of the organization's 187 member states will be meeting at three key venues in the Swiss capital, including the Palais des Nations, to shape new global employment standards. Turkmenistan is represented at this large-scale summit by a distinguished delegation led by Minister of Labor and Social Protection Mukhammedseit Silapov, including representatives of government agencies, employers' associations, and national trade unions.

This year, the conference agenda is driven by the challenges of the times. Delegates' discussions focused on the role of the individual in an era of rapid technological progress. The global community is seeking answers to questions about how to ensure decent work and social justice in the face of the widespread use of artificial intelligence (AI) and the rapid development of the platform economy (freelancing, digital services, and delivery services). Programs for gender equality, inclusion, and the protection of workers' rights also remain a focus.

On the sidelines of the session, the head of the Turkmen delegation, Mukhammedseit Silapov, held a working meeting with the ILO Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia, Pieter van Rooy. The parties discussed the current results of their collaboration and outlined areas for future projects.

Particular emphasis during the dialogue was placed on the practical implementation of the joint Roadmap. Turkmenistan and the ILO continue their systematic work to modernize labor legislation, improve occupational health systems, and strictly adhere to international conventions that completely eliminate child and forced labor. The negotiations confirmed the parties' willingness to develop social dialogue based on the principles of transparency and respect for international labor standards.