ILO urges better policies to protect workers, businesses, as digital platforms proliferate

The UN International Labour Organization (ILO) on Tuesday highlighted the need for enhanced international policy cooperation to provide decent work opportunities and foster sustainable business growth in the digital economy. https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2021/02/1085462
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