In June 2026, the International Labour Conference adopted the Decent Work in the Platform Economy Convention, 2026 (No. 193). Its adoption marks a milestone in the development of international labour

The Convention is the first global framework for the world of work dedicated to the platform economy and the first international standard developed specifically to address the impact of digitalization on the world of work. It seeks to ensure that all digital platform workers, regardless of their status in employment, can benefit from fundamental rights and appropriate protections, while recognizing the opportunities created by digital labour platforms.

It also marks the success of the first ILO standard-setting discussion focused specifically on the impact of the digital transition on the world of work, demonstrating that governments, employers and workers can work together to address emerging challenges through social dialogue.