The International Labour Organization has established the first binding global standards for gig workers, addressing pay, safety, and social benefits in sectors like ride-hailing.
The ILO adopts first global convention protecting 435M gig workers, approved by 406 UN members; US and New Zealand oppose. Platforms must disclose algorithms and reclassify workers as employees, creating compliance and governance obligations for gig-economy operators.
The agreement is the first of its kind
Jun 13, 2026
12:13 pm
What's the storyThe United Nations' International Labour Organization (ILO) has adopted a historic convention to protect gig economy workers.
The agreement, which is the first of its kind, seeks to provide labor protections to millions of people working in sectors such as food delivery and ride-hailing.
UN labour organisation sets first global standards for gig workers
World's first gig economy treaty adopted at the United Nation's ILO
UN adopts treaty setting standards for gig economy workers
UN labour organisation adopts first treaty to protect gig workers
World's first gig economy treaty adopted at the ILO
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It potentially gives ride-hailing and food delivery workers rights on pay, safety and social benefits.
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