International Organisations Welcome India’s Labour Codes; Highlight Global Momentum for Social Protection and Inclusive Growth

Key Points

1. The Government of India is set to bring the four Labour Codes into effect on **21st November 2025**.
2. The **International Labour Organization (ILO)** and the **International Social Security Association (ISSA)** have welcomed India's Labour Codes.
3. The ILO Director-General highlighted the Labour Codes' focus on **social protection** and **minimum wages**.
4. ISSA welcomed the Labour Codes as a boost to global social security efforts.
5. The Labour Codes aim to strengthen social protection, enhance minimum wage frameworks, and build institutional capacity.