Expressing concern that the Government of Nepal is moving toward restricting trade union activities, IndustriALL Global Union Headquarters in Geneva sent a letter to Prime Minister Sushila Karki on October 14, 2025, urging the government to protect workers’ rights and engage in constructive social dialogue with trade unions.

The letter highlighted that even the government-determined minimum wage has not been properly implemented, while under the banner of the Gen-Z movement, anarchic groups have attacked trade union offices, causing vandalism and looting of important materials.

IndustriALL emphasized that respect for workers’ and trade union rights, social dialogue, and collective bargaining are the foundations of a fair and democratic society. Therefore, it called on the Government of Nepal to:

• Implement the agreed minimum wage without delay,
• Ensure full respect for trade union rights and freedom of association,
• Guarantee the safety of trade union offices and representatives, and
• Work together with all trade unions in good faith to develop inclusive, fair, and sustainable policies for the future of Nepal.

IndustriALL Global Union represents more than 50 million workers in the mining, energy, and manufacturing sectors, through over 550 affiliated organizations across 130 countries, including Nepal.