Sri Lanka, June 11 -- Addressing the 113th Session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Sri Lanka's Minister of Labour, Anil Jayantha Fernando, reaffirmed the country's strong commitment to promoting decent work, strengthening labour rights, and advancing social justice.

Representing the government and the people of Sri Lanka, Minister Fernando emphasized the government's priorities, including occupational safety and health, closing the gender pay gap, supporting the care economy, and protecting workers in the informal and gig economies.

"Sri Lanka remains fully committed to strengthening labour laws to foster vibrant, conflict free and socially responsible production relations. Our focus includes promoting decent wor...