Ministry Overseas/ILO promote employment, social protection, respect for international labour standards,

Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, employers’ and workers’ organizations launched 4th five-year Pakistan Decent Work Country Programme (DWCP) for Pakistan during a signing ceremony held at ILOs’ office in Islamabad on 04.05.2023.
The programme covers the period 2023-2027 and reflects the shared priorities of the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) tripartite constituents in Pakistan – the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, employers’ and workers’ organizations.
The programme aims to promote employment, social protection, respect for international labour standards, occupational safety and health to make work places safe and inclusive. Pakistan was one of the first countries globally to develop a tripartite DWCP in 2005, demonstrating its commitment to lead by example. The programme is aligned with Pakistan’s national priorities set out in Vision 2025, provincial policies and the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for Pakistan, supporting the countries realization of the Sustainable Development Goals. DWCP aims to address critical areas of concern in Pakistan’s workforce.
Country Director (ILO) Mr. Geir T.Tonstol congratulated the ILO for providing support and guidance for finalizing the DWCP. He reiterated that Decent Work is the tool that can address the increasing disparities of the world. Fasihul Karim Siddiqui, Vice President of the Employers’ Federation of Pakistan, called the singing of the DWCP a momentous occasion. Mr. Zahoor Awan, President Workers Federation of Pakistan and the member of Governing Body of ILO also appreciated singing of the DWCP.
UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Pakistan, Mr. Julien Harneis expressed that DWCP for Pakistan would create a more prosperous, fare, inclusive and equitable society as it is premised to ensure equal access to opportunities and decent work to all segments of society.
Finally, the chief guest of the occasion, the Secretary, Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, Mr. Zulfiqar Haider, stated that the programme aligns with the Government of Pakistan’s vision of creating an enabling environment for sustainable economic growth and job creation. He assured that in the next five years, the Ministry will take concrete and affirmative measures to ensure that decent employment, skills and social protection are mainstreamed to enable just transitions for all. He also emphasized the government’s resolve for effective enforcement of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH).