He said the government was also fostering regional and global partnerships, leveraging resources and creating opportunities for all people.

He explained that the country had recognised the challenges associated with population growth, migration of labour and employment, and had acknowledged that such issues could not be addressed in isolation.

To that, he reaffirmed the country’s continued commitment to the ideals and values of the ILO such as ensuring decent jobs.

Dr Pelpuo made this known when he delivered a speech at the 113th session of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) Conference in Geneva, Switzerland on Thursday, June 5.

At the 2025 session of the conference, government, employer and worker delegates from the ILO's 187 member states addressed the important world of work matters such as possible new international standards on the protection of workers against biological hazards in the working environment.

Member states also discussed decent work in the platform economy, as well as innovative approaches to promoting transitions from the informal to the formal economy.

The Labour Minister commended the Director-General of the ILO, Gilbert F. Houngbo, who presented a report titled, “Jobs, rights and growth: Reinforcing the connection”, which underscored the urgent need to reinforce social justice, tackle the global decent work deficits, and strengthen the capacity of member states to respond to the evolving world of work.

“Ghana fully aligns with the call to action in the report, particularly the emphasis on resilient labour markets, inclusive growth and transformative social protection systems.

“The agenda for this year’s conference resonates deeply with the government's priorities as Ghana transitions under a new administration with a firm focus on fiscal consolidation and economic transformation,” he added.

Dr Pelpuo said the government’s blueprint was anchored on “Building the Ghana We Want Together”, an imperative policy geared towards transforming the country into a hub of opportunities, innovation and inclusive growth.

“It is a vision that aligns with the sustainable development goals (SDGs), with a focus on creating sustainable jobs, reducing inequalities, and fostering economic growth,” he said.

Citing policies such as the 24-Hour Economy, Women’s Development Bank, National Apprenticeship Programme, Digital Jobs Initiative, The Big Push and Ghana Green Jobs Initiative, he said employment creation was at the heart of the government's social contract with the people.

He also indicated that the ILO remained a strategic partner in the country’s journey towards a fairer, more inclusive world of work and, therefore, commended the ILO for its enduring leadership.

He called for continued support for member states in implementing the outcomes of the conference.

“Let us leave here more determined than ever to build a world where no one is left behind ... not a situation where work becomes a leverage but where work is truly a source of dignity and employment ensuring that people who are working are empowered rather than enslaved,” he said.