Due to uncertainty about the global economic situation The highest authorities of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (Ecosoc) called for an intensification of international cooperation and joint work. during an extraordinary meeting of the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).
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The President of Ecosoc, Paula Narvaez, He warned that a complex international panorama is emerging, which is why investments must be increased to create decent jobs in the region.
“Enhanced cooperation, additional international financing and technical assistance that can complement national resources to expand decent work and access to social protection,” he stressed.
Narváez added this Coordinated efforts are needed to address informality and create policies that require decent wages. Secure contracts and good working conditions.
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On his part Chilean Foreign Minister Alberto Van Klaveren said that inequalities remainEconomic insecurity, growing impacts of climate change, increasing conflict and a growing digital divide are obstacles that threaten our goal of achieving regional prosperity.
“The political declaration of the SDG Summit in September 2023 laid out a roadmap but also called for a critical look at promoting deep and urgent transformations towards more sustainable and inclusive development policies. Decent work is proving to be key to this goal,” he said.
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Now, as part of the meeting, United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed stated that the world of work continues to evolve, so the focus of policymakers must be on empowering workers who are part of the new era of labor markets.
“Decent work is not only a right but a necessity for the dignity and prosperity of workers. Let us act today with inclusive policies and social protection, skills development and innovation for workers around the world,” Mohammed said.
Also, José Manuel Salazar-Xirinachs, Executive Secretary of ECLAC, pointed out the unprecedented changes Current developments in the labor market are determined by factors such as technological innovation, demographic changes and increasing demand for care, as well as greater human mobility and migration.
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“It is essential to better understand the factors driving these changes, as well as the corresponding risks and opportunities, in order to develop appropriate responses to create decent jobs and address the social and economic impacts,” he said.
The meetings will continue until tomorrow and discuss the future of work.
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DIANA K. RODRÍGUEZ T.
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