Ireland's Minister of State for Small Business, Retail and Employment Travels to South Africa for G20 Labour and Employment Ministers' Meeting

Strategic Insights -

Minister Alan Dillon will represent Ireland at the G20 Labour and Employment Ministers' Meeting (LEMM) in George, South Africa, from 30 to 31 July 2025. The two-day event brings together labour and employment ministers from G20 members, guest countries, and international organizations to discuss global labour market issues. Key themes include youth employment, gender equality, social security, and platform work, as well as strategies to address inequality and the declining labour income share.

Key Takeaways:

  • Minister Alan Dillon will represent Ireland at the G20 Labour and Employment Ministers' Meeting (LEMM) in George, South Africa, from 30-31 July 2025.
  • The meeting will focus on key themes such as youth employment, gender equality, social security, and platform work.
  • Ireland will offer fresh perspectives on social dialogue, progressive labour policies, and inclusive economic growth.
  • The Minister will also engage with Irish and South African businesses in Cape Town on 29 July 2025.
  • The G20 countries collectively represent approximately 85 percent of global GDP and account for around 75% of global trade.
  • Notable organisations attending the meeting include the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), and the World Bank Group.

Statistics:

  • The G20 countries account for around 75% of global trade.
  • The G20 countries collectively represent approximately 85 percent of global GDP.
  • The International Labour Organisation (ILO) will present expert insights and findings at the G20 Labour and Employment Ministers' Meeting.
  • The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) will also present at the meeting.
  • The World Bank Group will share findings and expert insights.

Sources:

  • [1Government of Ireland -- Department of Jobs Enterprise and Innovation; Minister Dillon Travels to South Africa for G20 Labour and Employment Ministers' Meeting, 29th July 2025]