(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency)

Amman, July 17 (Petra) -- The General Federation of Jordanian Trade Unions held high-level discussions with the International Labor Organization (ILO) to address crucial labor issues in Jordan, including amendments to labor and social security laws and the rights of migrant workers.
The meeting, held at the Union's headquarters, was led by Khaled Fanatsa, President of the General Federation of Jordanian Trade Unions.
The ILO delegation included senior representatives, such as Deputy Regional Director Peter Rademaker, Head of the Decent Work Team for Arab States, and Amal Mowafi, the newly appointed coordinator of the ILO office in Jordan.
Fanatsa presented the Union's strategic objectives and work plan for the next phase, highlighting priorities that require ILO support.
Key areas of focus included enhancing union membership through targeted campaigns, particularly in unorganized sectors, and improving social protection for migrant workers.
Fanatsa also emphasized the need for technical expertise from the ILO to develop a strategic restructuring plan, with a particular emphasis on strengthening the women's and youth committees.
He highlighted recent achievements, such as the launch of a unified contract platform for workers in the private education and kindergarten sectors.
The collaboration between the Union and the ILO office in Jordan has resulted in several joint projects and programs, underscoring the importance of continued cooperation to advance labor rights and improve working conditions.
The ILO delegation praised the Union's efforts to promote transparency and objectivity in its operations and expressed readiness to support the Union's initiatives to enhance labor standards, improve workers' living and economic conditions, and uphold decent work principles.

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