Fiji is in the process of formulating a national labour migration policy with the support of the International Labour Organization (ILO). A tender document released by the ILO indicates that the government is updating crucial national legislation and policies associated with employment and migration.
The scope of this review includes the Employment Relations Act, the development of a national migration policy, and a national employment policy (NEP). The tender notice emphasizes that labour mobility represents a significant area that requires specialized technical focus within these overarching policy efforts.
The intended national migration policy is designed to provide a detailed framework for managing and governing migration in Fiji. According to the announcement, the proposed policy will specify essential priorities and methods for overseeing both incoming and outgoing labour mobility.
A consultant will be brought on board to help draft the national labour migration policy and will be charged with conducting bilateral consultations as part of the development process.