Minister of Public Service Labor Discusses Strengthening Social Dialogue and Labor System with ILO Official
Geneva
The Minister of Public Service and Labor, Ms. Marieme Boydiel Houmeid, held talks yesterday, Thursday, in Geneva with the Director of Governance and Tripartism at the International Labor Organization, Ms. Vera Pedro, on ways to strengthen cooperation in the field of social dialogue and develop consultation mechanisms among the social partners.
The discussions focused on strengthening institutional and technical capacities in the area of social dialogue by supporting tripartite consultation mechanisms, exchanging expertise and experiences, and drawing on international best practices to foster partnership between the government, workers, and employers.
In this context, the Minister expressed her appreciation for the support provided by the International Labor Organization to Mauritania, particularly in modernizing the legal framework governing labor through the drafting of a new Labor Code. She, as well as, praises the efforts to develop the capacities of labor inspectors and monitors and enhance the competencies of social partners, especially in light of the adoption of the National Policy on Occupational Health and Safety.
The meeting provided an opportunity to reaffirm the importance of continuing coordination and consultation between the two sides and strengthening the existing partnership, thereby contributing to the consolidation of the principles of decent work, the promotion of social justice, and the improvement of the working environment.
The discussions took place in the presence of Her Excellency Ms. Aicha Val Farjes, Mauritania’s Ambassador to Switzerland, and members of the delegation accompanying Her Excellency the Minister.