ILO Adopts First Treaty to Protect Gig Workers
Key Questions
What treaty did the ILO adopt for gig workers?
The International Labour Organization adopted ILO Convention 193, the first international legal instrument to protect gig workers globally. It addresses classification and compensation for freelancers on platforms like Uber and DoorDash.
How many gig workers are affected in Pakistan?
Pakistan has 2.39 million gig workers who could benefit from the new protections. The treaty requires ratification by member states before full implementation.
What changes could this treaty bring to gig platforms?
The treaty signals a new era of worker protections that may reshape how platforms classify and compensate freelancers. It focuses on remuneration and employment standards for gig economy roles.
The International Labour Organization (ILO) adopted Convention 193, the first treaty to protect gig workers globally. Key provisions include pay transparency, data protection, and prohibitions on algorithmic wage discrimination. Pakistan alone has 2.39M gig workers. The treaty requires ratification by member states, signaling a new era of worker protections that could reshape platform economics.