As well as the need for greater gender equality in the labour market, which is the number one priority for labour ministers of G20 countries (see article n°12599), two other key areas for action have been identified: social protection and the regulation of remote work. The declaration issued by the representatives of the 20 richest countries, following the summit in Italy on 22 and 23 June, places particular emphasis on the most vulnerable workers, especially those on platforms.
“The crisis has reminded us of the crucial role of social protection for all, including floors, and highlighted that some groups of workers such as temporary, part-time, self-employed, migrants and informal economy workers still have limited, if any, access to adequate social protection,” the joint declaration reads. To remedy this, G20 labour ministers plan to combat informal and unregistered work, through incentives and checks. They also say they want to enable self-employed workers to benefi
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