ILC President Ali Yalçın and ILC Secretary General Hamza Öksüz paid an official visit to Iraq, during which they held a series of high-level meetings. The delegation was welcomed at the first stop of the visit by Settar Denbous, President of the Federation of Iraqi Trade Unions and a member of the ILC Executive Board.

Ali Yalçın, President of Memur-Sen and the International Labour Confederation (ILC), together with ILC Secretary-General Hamza Öksüz, attended the Board of Directors meeting of the Worker’s House, Iran’s oldest and largest labour organization and an ILC Executive Board Member. The meeting was also attended by a representative of the Presidency and Worker’s House executives. Discussions focused on strengthening cooperation between the labour organizations of the two countries and exploring opportunities for regional solidarity.

The International Labour Confederation (ILC) strongly and unequivocally condemns the Israeli attack on the Sumud Flotilla, which was carrying baby formula, food, and medicine for civilians.

The International Labour Confederation (ILC) convened its Boared Of Directors’ meeting online. Chaired by ILC President Ali Yalçın, the meeting drew attention to global conflicts, regional issues, and the responsibilities of the labour movement.

On this World Youth Day, 12 August, the International Labour Confederation (ILC) emphasizes the vital role of youth in social life and the workforce around the world. Young people, with their energy, innovative ideas, and power for change, are the most valuable resource in building today and tomorrow. However, millions of young people are facing serious challenges today, such as high unemployment, insecurity, barriers to education, and exclusion from decision-making processes.

Global Solidarity of Labour Against Modern Slavery

On the occasion of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (30 July), the International Labour Confederation (ILC) strongly condemns all forms of human trafficking and calls for enhanced trade union solidarity and international cooperation to eradicate this global crime.