America News Agency

A high-level review meeting chaired by Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar was held to align the country's labor laws with international standards.

The meeting, held in Islamabad, examined Pakistan's international labor law commitments and practices, particularly the conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO) to which Pakistan is a party.

During the meeting, the legal frameworks and monitoring mechanisms required to bring domestic legislation into full compliance with global standards were assessed in detail.

Speaking at the meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar stated that compliance with international labor standards would strengthen Pakistan's position in the global economy and enhance its export competitiveness.

Dar emphasized that all relevant ministries must work in full cooperation and coordination with provincial governments to ensure the timely fulfillment of national commitments.

The important meeting was attended by the Prime Minister's Adviser on Industries and Production, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Bajwa, secretaries from the ministries of Commerce, Overseas Pakistanis and Human Rights, as well as senior officials from relevant institutions.