Algerian Minister of Labour, Employment, and Social Security, Abdelhak Saihi, is representing the nation at the 114th session of the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland. The crucial summit, organized by the International Labour Organization (ILO) from June 1st to June 12th, 2026, convenes delegates from 187 member states to collectively reshape the future of work in the age of artificial intelligence.
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Under the overarching theme, "A Decisive Moment: Putting Artificial Intelligence to Work for Decent Work," Minister Saihi leads a tripartite delegation encompassing government, worker, and employer representatives. This high-profile gathering is a pivotal global platform dedicated to addressing critical issues surrounding employment, labour, and social protection.
The conference agenda features in-depth discussions on strategic dossiers concerning the international labour market's evolution. Key topics include reports from the ILO's Chairperson of the Governing Body and the Director-General, alongside considerations of the organization's programme, budget, and the implementation of international labour standards. Prominent thematic discussions are set to cover the promotion of decent work within the digital platform economy, the strengthening of social dialogue, and intensified efforts to combat child labour.
Participants will also explore strategies for updating international conventions to align with current economic, technological, and social transformations. Notably, the plight of workers in the occupied Arab territories, focusing on the challenges faced by Palestinian workers and the impact on their fundamental rights and working conditions, is also on the agenda.
During his address, Minister Saihi is expected to showcase Algeria's advancements in digital transformation and its innovative use of artificial intelligence to foster decent work and enhance social justice. He will emphasize the imperative for establishing equitable international governance for rapidly expanding AI technologies.
Minister Saihi is also scheduled to hold several bilateral meetings with his counterparts from participating nations to explore avenues for enhanced cooperation and to share best practices in labour, employment, and social security.
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