The Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population issued a statement yesterday, International Workers’ Day, stating its commitment to promoting and protecting labour rights, including ending forced labour and stronger enforcement of child labour laws, the Global New Light of Myanmar reported on 2 May.
In its statement, the ministry invited all interested partners to join with the government in its efforts to promote rights at work, encourage decent employment opportunities, enhance social protection and strengthen dialogue on labour-related issues.
The government has been reviewing domestic laws related to labour rights to be in line with international norms and labour rights practices. Myanmar’s parliament recently amended the country’s labour laws and passed new ones, the report said.