The three-day International Labour Conclave concluded here on Friday with the declaration that labour rights are an essential element of the struggle for social and economic justice and social progress.
Inaugurating the closing session, Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal said that Kerala has already devised activities and plans to enable the workers to develop the skills required to meet the challenges and opportunities created by the digital technology revolution and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in traditional employment sectors. He said that along with the skill development of workers, the government is also ensuring the creation of a suitable work environment in collaboration with educational institutions and industries.
Labour Minister V. Sivankutty, who presided over the function, said that Kerala always stands for protecting the rights and welfare of all workers. The government will examine how the ideas emerging from this conclave can be implemented by giving priority to inclusive social protection measures and protection of workers’ rights. The Minister said that many valuable ideas came up at the conclave, which will be useful in policy formulation.
