Rashid Pelpuo appointed Co-Chair of high-level ILO Conference in Geneva

Dr. Rashid Pelpuo, the Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, has been appointed Co-Chair of the upcoming Fair Recruitment Initiative (FRI) Conference.

The conference will take place from May 19 to 21 at the International Labour Organisation (ILO) Headquarters in Geneva.

Dr. Pelpuo will co-chair with Hon. Ali Bin Saeed Samikh Al Marri, Qatar's Minister of Labour.

The event will have support from the Secretary-General of the International Trade Union Confederation and the Secretary-General of the International Organisation of Employers. This reinforces dialogue among governments, workers, and employers.

The conference aims to promote fair recruitment practices worldwide. It will focus on protecting migrant and vulnerable workers from exploitation, contract deception, high fees, and forced labour.

The ILO’s Fair Recruitment Initiative advocates for recruitment based on merit and transparency. It opposes discrimination based on gender, race, or religion.

Ahead of the event, Dr. Pelpuo highlighted the urgent need for ethical recruitment systems. He stated that this is not just a labour policy discussion but a call to action.

He emphasized the importance of protecting dignity and fairness in work environments.

With changing global labour dynamics, this conference offers a chance to build on existing FRI achievements. It aims to address new challenges and create a more just recruitment framework for all workers, regardless of nationality.