Events and meetings
The ILO organizes and takes part in a wide range of meetings, conferences, workshops and training events, throughout Asia Pacific. More information about the events listed below can be found by clicking on the relevant link, or by contacting the regional Meetings Unit (Email us)
October 2023
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Sub-Regional Workshop on Mainstreaming Occupational Safety and Health in the promotion of Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work
3 - 4 October 2023
The ILO/Japan Multi-bilateral Programme is organizing the Sub-Regional Workshop on Mainstreaming Occupational Safety and Health in the promotion of Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. The workshop will provide opportunities for workers’ and employers’ organizations to increase knowledge on OSH and FPRW, identify challenges and opportunities to protect and promote FPRW, and develop action plans on the promotion of FPRW by mainstreaming OSH.
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The Field Visit of Childcare Services and the 4th Consultative Meeting of Road Map and National Action Plan on Care Economy
2 - 3 October 2023
The main aim of the event is to learn from local initiatives on various approaches of child-care services provided by different types of stakeholders.
September 2023
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7th Regional Skills Technical Working Group (RSTWG) Meeting 2023
28 - 29 September 2023
The 7th Regional Skills Technical Working Group (RSTWG) Meeting will be held on 28-29 September 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand. With Thailand as the ATC Vice-Chair and co-host, this meeting aims to provide updates on the MRS initiative and the pathways of strengthening MRS moving forward.
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ILO launched a new project to promote transition to formality in Mongolia
27 September 2023
On 27 September 2023, the International Labour Organization (ILO) launched the Formalization of the Informal Economy Project in Mongolia. The project will provide technical assistance to the tripartite constituents of Mongolia in implementing an integrated approach to formalization.
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Forum on Green Jobs: Transitioning to a Green and Blue Economy - Learning from North Sulawesi
26 - 28 September 2023
The overall objective of the Green Jobs Forum in North Sulawesi is to facilitate the transition towards a green and blue economy by fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovative approaches among stakeholders.
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2023 Technical Meeting of Focal Points on International Labour Migration Statistics in ASEAN
25 - 26 September 2023
Collection of International Labour Migration Statistics (ILMS) data in ASEAN is done annually together with the help of a network of focal points in national institutions in all ten ASEAN Member States. This network of focal points was established in 2013 and has since met nearly annually. The “2023 Technical Meeting of Focal Points on ILMS in ASEAN” will be the ninth such convening. The meeting will take place convened on 25 and 26 September 2023 as an online meeting, with Thailand-based participants joining in-person in Bangkok.
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National Tripartite Preparatory Workshops for the 16th ASEAN Forum on Migrant Labour
19 September - 24 October 2023
National tripartite preparatory workshops for the 16th AFML will be held in several ASEAN Member States to take stock on the progress of stakeholders in implementing the previous AFML recommendations and to discuss the theme of the 16th AFML.
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Responsible Business, Human Rights and Decent Work in Asia
18 September 2023
Harnessing synergies between human rights and inclusive growth
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ILO and the Government of Bangladesh launch skills and enterprise development project for the women and youth of Cox's Bazar
5 September 2023
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Forging Inclusive Synergy: Harmonizing the Skills Development System for Refugee Communities in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
4 September 2023
August 2023
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Training for Enterprises on Responsible Business and Decent Work
30 August - 8 September 2023
The ILO and the UNDP B+HR Academy in Indonesia are organizing the first joint Training for Enterprises on Responsible Business and Decent Work, targeting mainly the Japanese investment-linked electronic manufacturing sector and its global supply chain operating in Indonesia.
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Pacific Islands Entrepreneurship Expo
30 - 31 August 2023
The Pacific Islands Entrepreneurship Expo serves as a dynamic platform where visionary entrepreneurs, strategic partners in business development, financial experts, and influential stakeholders converge with a shared goal: Fortifying the entrepreneurial ecosystem across the Pacific Islands.
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Grand Finale – SPARK Youth Entrepreneurship Competition 2023
21 August 2023
SPARK is a nationwide competition designed for Sri Lanka's upcoming generation of entrepreneurs. It invites young innovators to present their ideas and solutions addressing the most urgent challenges of our era. Having received hundreds of applications, the competition used a comprehensive shortlisting procedure, involving virtual training, in-person boot camps, and mentoring sessions. The Grand Finale will hear the final five contestants who have successfully navigated this process.
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Promoting digital transformation of BPR/BPRS for improved financial access to support MSMEs developments
10 August 2023
The MSMEs play an important role in the Indonesian economy where this sector absorbs over 90% of the national workforce and accounts for over 60% of GPD growth annually.
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Leaving No One Behind: Mainstreaming Livelihoods of Qawmi Madrasha Students
8 - 9 August 2023
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Rural Employment Promotion Project Launching Ceremony
3 August 2023
Rural Employment Promotion Project begins its journey to support the Government of Lao People's Democratic Republic in creating decent employment opportunities.
July 2023
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Consultative Meeting with NCCWE and Workers Organization for ILO’s Cox's Bazar Project
27 July 2023
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Generating Employment in the Tourism Sector in Cox’s Bazar through Destination Promotion and Entrepreneurship Development
25 July 2023
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Young Leaders Boot Camp 2023
24 July - 4 August 2023
The ITCILO, training arm of the International Labour Organization, organizes the Young Leaders Boot Camp 2023 – a two-week interactive learning experience which welcomes undergraduate, graduate students and young professionals seeking to acquire the skills necessary to pursue a career in the UN system and other IOs.
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Validation workshop on the World of Work Crises Response Strategy
20 July 2023
The Ministry of Overseas Pakistani and Human Resource Development (OPHRD) with the support of the ILO is organizing a validation workshop on the World of Work Crises Response Strategy. The strategy gives the stakeholders of the world of work a clear direction on steps to be taken for preparedness, mitigation and response to crises. And centralises the role of Decent Work and human centered recovery.