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Govt committed to labour rights, social justice: Ch. Salik
March 14, 2025

Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, Chaudhry Salik Hussain has reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to labour rights and social justice.

He was talking to Assistant Director-General of International Labour Organization Ms. Manuela Tomei, on the sidelines of the 353rd ILO Governing Body Session, in Geneva today.

The discussion also focused on promoting social dialogue, strengthening governance, and seeking ILO's technical assistance for effective implementation.

The Minister further requested the ILO to ensure legal opportunities for skilled Pakistani workers to seek employment abroad. He urged ILO to encourage heads of international institutions to provide skill-based training to Pakistani youth.

Chaudhry Salik Hussain highlighted that Pakistan has a vast and capable workforce ready for international employment.

Besides, Chaudhry Salik Hussain held a meeting with Palestinian Labour Minister Ms. Enas Attari and discussed the challenges faced by Palestinian workers.

The meeting focused on labour rights, social justice, and the political and economic difficulties impacting Palestine. Both the leaders expressed their commitment to improving the conditions of workers and ensuring the adherence to international labor standards.

Secretary Workers Welfare Fund Zulfiqar Ahmed, and Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva Ambassador Bilal Ahmad were also present on the occasion.