The General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) has published a fact sheet with information about Nepali workers who have gone abroad for employment in the past through a press conference at the GEFONT hall yesterday on the occasion of International Migrant Workers' Day on December 18 with the main slogan "Regular Contribution to Social Security - Protection of Workers' Rights".
While publishing the fact sheet, GEFONT President Binod Shrestha said that December 18 has been celebrated as International Migrant Workers' Day as a day to honor the contribution of workers who have gone abroad for employment around the world and raise their voices to protect their rights. This year, on December 18, GEFONT will organize various programs in the country and abroad with the slogan "Regular Contribution to Social Security, Protection of Workers' Rights". President Shrestha said that GEFONT has been demanding employment with fair wages inside the country itself for years, and that the vision of making foreign employment a matter of choice instead of compulsion, remains.
President Shrestha informed in a press conference that GEFONT, which is active in all destinations from Korea to Malaysia and Saudi Arabia, has been moving forward with the slogan ‘Where there are workers, there is GEFONT’ along with a campaign to organize migrant workers in Europe and America through the GEFONT Support Group since this year, and that the GEFONT Support Group in America has started its activities. Due to the mandatory social security contribution system for workers going for foreign employment, 1,300,1078 workers have been listed with their contributions. But, since their contributions are not regular, the workers themselves and their families have been deprived of the benefits available under the fund’s schemes. Therefore, GEFONT will change the slogan ‘Mission to Million’ adopted at its 8th general assembly to the “Mission to Million - with Regular Contribution” starting this year. GEFONT officials and secretariat were present at the press conference, which was moderated by GEFONT General Secretary Laxman Sharma.
श्रमिक खबर ७२६ (२८ पुस २०८२) - Workers’ News 726 (Jan 12, 2026)
Workers’ News 726 | Jan 12, 2026
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The successful 3rd Provincial Convention of the Independent Transport Workers’ Association, Nepal (Gandaki Province) and the election of a new provincial committee.
Strong calls from GEFONT leadership for mandatory enrollment of transport workers in the Contribution-Based Social Security Fund.
District and extended meetings of CUPPEC-Nepal across Rautahat, Dhanusha, Morang, and Dhangadhi, along with discussions on labour desks and worker registration.
The 7th Annual General Assembly and 3rd Convention of the Chitwan Tanker Unit, including the formation of a new unit committee and recognition of veteran tanker drivers.
The 4th Convention of CUPPEC-Nepal at the Sagarnath Forest Development Project, election of a new committee, and solidarity support provided to the family of a worker who lost his life while on duty.
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📅 Date: January 12, 2026 | 28 Push 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७२५ (२७ पुस २०८२) - Workers’ News 725 (Jan 11, 2026)
Workers’ News 725 | January 11, 2026
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🔹 The GEFONT family mourns the passing of Comrade Hari Prasad Sharma, former GEFONT Vice President and founding President of NIHWU. Heartfelt tributes were paid at Pashupati Aryaghat, honoring his lifelong contribution to the trade union movement.
🔹 The CPN-UML Workers’ Special District Committee honored and congratulated labour leaders elected at the 11th National Congress of CPN-UML, recognizing the vital role of trade unions in developing national leadership.
🔹 The 24th Establishment Anniversary of NEST (Nepal Street Vendors' Trade Union) was observed at the GEFONT Hall, with a call to strengthen dignity, organization, and planning for self-employed workers.
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📅 Date: January 11, 2026 | 27 Push 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७२४ (२५ पुस २०८२) - Workers’ News 724 (Jan 9, 2026)
Workers’ News 724 | Jan 9, 2026
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🔹 NEST’s 24th Anniversary
GEFONT extends heartfelt congratulations to the Nepal Street Vendors' Trade Union (NEST) on its 24th establishment anniversary, with a special congratulatory program held at the GEFONT Hall under the chief guestship of GEFONT President Binod Shrestha.
🔹 Trade Unions & Upcoming Parliamentary Election
GEFONT leaders discuss the role of trade unions in the upcoming House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, 2026. The discussion emphasized strengthening workers’ representation in parliament and mobilizing union members to safeguard democracy, good governance, and workers’ rights.
🔹 ILO’s Call on Social Security
ILO Nepal Director Numan Özcan urges workers from all sectors to enroll in the contribution-based social security system and calls on employers to register their workers, highlighting social security as a key pillar for protection, healthcare, and pensions.
🔹 HUN National Convention Decision
The HUN Central Committee has decided to organize its 4th National Convention in Kathmandu on April 3, 2026, with preparations underway to ensure a grand and inclusive event.
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📅 Date: January 9, 2026 | 25 Push 2082
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श्रमिक खबर –७२३ (२४ पुस २०८२) Workers’ News 723 (Jan 8, 2026)
📺 Workers’ News 723 | January 8, 2026
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🚨 A consultancy in Kathmandu has gone absconding after allegedly defrauding over 120 people of more than NPR 180 million in the name of foreign employment to Europe. Victims have approached the police and the Department of Foreign Employment seeking justice.
💄 The National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN), affiliated with GEFONT, has formed a new Nagarjun Municipal Committee, emphasizing professional security, workers’ unity, and the importance of joining the contribution-based Social Security system.
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📅 Date: January 8, 2026 | 24 Push 2082
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श्रमिक खबर –७२२ (२३ पुस २०८२) Workers’ News 722 (Jan 7, 2026)
Workers’ News 722 | Jan 7, 2026
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The Joint Trade Union Coordination Centre (JTUCC) selects new leadership for 2026, with GEFONT President Binod Shrestha elected as President through consensus.
NABUN Tokha Municipal Committee reorganizes its leadership, strengthening unity among beauty sector workers.
The Government of Nepal approves labour agreements with Oman and Israel, expanding formal foreign employment opportunities.
South Korea announces a minimum wage increase for 2026, bringing higher earnings for Nepali workers employed under the EPS system.
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📅 Date: January 7, 2026 | 23 Push 2082
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श्रमिक खबर –७२१ (२२ पुस २०८२) Workers’ News 721 (Jan 6, 2026)
Workers’ News 721 | January 6, 2026
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Global solidarity: ITUC and TUCA strongly condemn the U.S. military action in Venezuela, calling it a grave violation of international law and reaffirming support for Venezuela’s sovereignty, democracy, and human rights.
Justice for workers: CUPPEC-Nepal demands a thorough investigation and legal action following the murder of union member Rameshwar Mahato Koiri at the Sagarnath Forest Project, while calling for compensation to the victim’s family.
Rebuilding together: Under the campaign “We Build, Our GEFONT,” CUPPEC-Nepal contributes NPR 107,700 toward the reconstruction of GEFONT’s Manmohan Labour Building damaged during the Gen-Z movement.
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📅 Date: January 6, 2026 | 22 Push 2082
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श्रमिक खबर –७२० (२१ पुस २०८२) Workers’ News 720 (Jan 5, 2026)
Workers’ News 720 | January 5, 2026
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🔹 GEFONT condemns military intervention in Venezuela, calling it a serious violation of international law and urging dialogue for peace and sovereignty.
🔹 WHIN announces its 12th National Convention to be held in Pokhara in April 2026.
🔹 GEFONT demands justice following the brutal murder of a CUPPEC-Nepal member working as a forest guard in Sarlahi.
🔹 Workers’ awareness programs and activities held in Pokhara focusing on labour law and contribution-based social security.
🔹 GEFONT expresses grief and demands compensation after workplace deaths at Kajaria Tiles, emphasizing workers’ right to safe and dignified employment.
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📅 Date: January 5, 2026 | 20 Push 2082
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