The International Labour Organization (ILO) has published an article highlighting the reforms carried out in the field of labor relations and enhancement of social dialogue in Azerbaijan on its official website.
“Since joining the ILO in 1992, Azerbaijan has strengthened its commitment to international labour standards. It ratified the Convention on Tripartite Consultation (International Labour Standards), 1976 (No. 144) in 1993, underscoring its dedication to tripartite consultations. Today, Azerbaijan is one of the leading countries in the CIS region in adopting ILO standards, having ratified 59 Conventions and one Protocol,” the article said.
“Azerbaijan’s history of social dialogue dates back to 1904, with the first collective agreement between oil workers and employers. This tradition has continued to evolve, culminating in the adoption of the Labour Code in 1999, a milestone shaped by consultations between the Government, the National Confederation of Entrepreneurs (Employers) Organizations, and the Confederation of Trade Unions,” the article noted.
“In 2024, Azerbaijan established two working groups within the Tripartite Commission to review regulations on occupational safety and health (OSH) and social partnership. One working group is tasked with implementing the requirements of Occupational Safety and Health Convention, 1981 (No. 155) and assessing the feasibility of ratifying Promotional Framework for Occupational Safety and Health Convention, 2006 (No. 187). The other focuses on drafting the law On Social Partnership, which will further align Azerbaijan's social dialogue framework with Convention No. 144. The Action Plan of this working group includes the analysis of best practices,” the article mentioned.
“The General Collective Agreement for 2023-2025, signed by the joint decision of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Confederation of Trade Unions of Azerbaijan, and the National Confederation of Entrepreneurs (Employers) Organizations on 17 March 2023, represents a key outcome of Azerbaijan's tripartite efforts. Discussions on the Agreement's progress are held annually by the Tripartite Commission, and relevant information has been made available on the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Population's website.
The ILO remains committed to providing technical support to the Azerbaijan Tripartite Commission and other social dialogue institutions in Azerbaijan and beyond,” the article emphasized.
