As trade unions around the world remember those lost to preventable workplace tragedies, ITUC-Asia Pacific is sounding the alarm about a new frontier of occupational health and safety (OHS) risks – those created by artificial intelligence (AI), algorithmic management, and digital surveillance. These emerging technologies, if left unchecked, could reshape the world of work in ways that threaten both the physical and mental well-being of workers.

In a landmark decision, the Parliament of the Maldives has passed the Industrial Relations (IR) Bill and Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Bill on 18 December 2023. This historic achievement is the culmination of an 11-year journey of strategic planning and unwavering struggle by workers and unions in the Maldives.

During its 22nd meeting on 13-14 October 2022, the ITUC-Asia Pacific’s Regional General Council adopted seven resolutions that seek to tackle the key challenges faced by workers in the region.