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  1. Cooperation on labour standards and worker protection is underway, with meetings held in the capital city of Islamabad.

Pakistan seeks ILO support for international workforce certification

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with the Director General of the International Labour Organization. During the meeting, he requested greater ILO facilitation for the international certification and professional training of Pakistan’s skilled workforce, ensuring alignment with international labor market standards. He also mentioned orders for third-party audits of all ongoing NHA projects and noted that NHA revenue has risen to Rs130 billion, projected to hit Rs160 billion this year.

From pakistantoday.com.pk

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The Prime Minister stressed the need for greater collaboration with the ILO to strengthen initiatives aimed at boosting industrial growth and productivity. This effort aligns with ongoing cooperation between Pakistan and the International Labour Organization regarding labor standards and worker protection.

Cooperation on labor standards and worker protection is underway, with meetings held in the capital city of Islamabad.

From pakistantoday.com.pk

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  • The Asian Development Bank might benefit from improved labor standards, enhancing Pakistan's profile for receiving development funding.

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