Government of India intervention on
GB.356/INS/6
Review of the modalities of recurrent discussions under the follow-up to the ILO Declaration on Social Justice for a Fair Globalization (2008), as amended in 2022
Duration: 2 Minute
Thank you, Chair.
India welcomes this review of the recurrent discussion modalities under the ILO Declaration on Social Justice for a Fair Globalization. We affirm that these discussions must remain a dynamic tool to understand the diverse realities and needs of Member States with respect to the four strategic objectives. They should effectively harness the technical support and research capacity of the Office to enhance field-level technical capacity in Member States.
We support the suggestion in paragraph 21 that background reports focus more on results and lessons learned from ILO action, rather than providing an exhaustive compilation of activities. This would make discussions more targeted and impactful.
Regarding paragraph 57, we support the proposal to structure tripartite outcomes in two parts: one on trends and challenges, and another on priority areas for ILO action. Importantly, the mitigation strategies provided by Member States must be reflected, ensuring that outcomes respect national circumstances and policy space.
India reaffirms that follow-up mechanisms must fully respect national priorities, as emphasized in the Doha Political Declaration. Recurrent discussions should support developing countries in their voluntary pursuit of decent work, not serve as a prescriptive tool.
In conclusion, India supports the role of recurrent discussions in strengthening the ILO’s capacity to assist Members in promoting decent work through the four strategic objectives, and in contributing to a more strategic setting of the Conference agenda. We look forward to constructive engagement in the 2026–30 cycle.
