Labour standards compliance is key to build a sustainable supply chain in the fishing sector

Indonesia is one of the largest fish producers and one of the most fish-dependent nations in the world, employing 2.1 million workers in wild capture fisheries alone. However, despite as a source of livelihood, the fishing industry is characterized by poverty and poor working conditions, especially at the lower tiers of the supply chain in rural areas and puts women workers at a further disadvantage.

To improve the labour laws compliance and working conditions in this sector, the ILO co-hosted a national event with the Indonesian Pole & Line and Handline Fisheries Association (AP2HI) from 8-9 December in Jakarta. The other goal was to develop a sustainable supply chain as it is the strong driver of financial value for the business.

The support of the ILO is given through its Improving Workers