Groups urge gov’t to uphold international labor standards

MANILA, Philippines — Several workers’ groups urged the government on Wednesday to uphold international labor standards following the visit of the High-Level Tripartite Mission of the International Labor Organization (ILO) to the Philippines.

The groups made the call in a press conference, during which they also issued a group statement.

They included the Public Services Labor Independent Confederation (PSLINK), the Alliance of Concerned Teachers, the Alliance of Health Workers (AHW), and the Confederation for Unity, Recognition and Advancement of Government Employees (COURAGE).

“We take this opportunity to press government to take decisive actions on violations of freedom…

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