DHAKA, March 15,  (V7N) – Labour and Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury today underscored the importance of constructive guidance and collaboration from the International Labour Organization (ILO) to promote safe workplaces, uphold occupational health and safety, implement international labour standards, and foster sustainable employment in Bangladesh.  

The Minister made the remarks during a courtesy meeting with ILO Country Director Max Tunon at the Ministry of Labour and Employment conference room in the Bangladesh Secretariat.  

Chowdhury noted that the draft of the Bangladesh Labour (Amendment) Act, 2026, prepared in line with the Bangladesh Labour Ordinance, 2025, has already been submitted for cabinet approval and will soon be placed before parliament.  

ILO Country Director Tunon said the organization has reviewed the government’s 180-day action plan and is keen to work jointly on its implementation. He emphasized the importance of consultations with relevant stakeholders, particularly where major changes have been introduced in the law.  

The meeting was attended by Labour and Employment Secretary Md. Abdur Rahman Tarafdar, senior ministry officials, and representatives from the ILO Bangladesh office.  

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