Message to the Int’l Workers’ Day: SAC Chairman sent message to the Int’l Workers’ Day

Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar Senior General Thadoe Maha Thray Sithu Thadoe Thiri Thudhamma Min Aung Hlaing sent a message to the ceremony to mark the International Workers’ Day, which falls on 1 May 2025.

In the message, it’s described that International Workers’ Day is a historically significant day that emerged from workers themselves demanding their rights, and it is a historic day that is valuable for workers. International Workers’ Day is celebrated in countries around the world annually on 1 May.

Myanmar also began celebrating it on 1 May 1938. This day is observed each year to honour workers, who are an essential force in the nation’s economic development. As of 1 May 2025, it will mark the 87th celebration of this occasion.

He extends heartfelt greetings and best wishes for good health, peace of mind, and all-round prosperity to all the people, including the esteemed workers on this occasion of Workers’ Day. He stated the Government’s efforts to promote MSMEs, to increase domestic employment opportunities, reduce the unemployment rate, enhance domestic production, substitute imported goods, and enable the export of surplus local products.

He also outlined that since Myanmar is a member state of the International Labour Organization (ILO), it has been implementing and adhering to the conventions and recommendations prescribed by the ILO in accordance with the country’s existing laws.

Likewise, Myanmar has been cooperating with the ILO in addressing complaints related to forced labour issues. He added that the establishment of Workers’ Coordination Committees, Township Coordination and Mediation Groups, Conciliation Teams, and one Conciliation Council plays a significant role in facilitating resolution.

Furthermore, he mentioned that due to the shortage of workers in the country caused by the migration of workers abroad, it is necessary to focus on creating job opportunities within the country, where there is a safer and more secure living environment, rather than encouraging more migration.

In conclusion, SAC Chairman Prime Minister urges the workers to collaborate with the government to the best of their abilities, to serve the interests of the nation and the people in honour of International Workers’ Day.