Covid-19 Puts Jobs of 1.6 Billion Global Workers at Risk: ILO

The transcript discusses the impact of the pandemic on global employment, highlighting a significant drop in working hours and job losses. It explores the debate on safely returning to work, emphasizing the need for health protection and cooperation between employers and employees. The role of the International Labour Organization (ILO) in guiding this process is examined, along with the challenges of reopening economies. The ILO's efforts to support the informal economy and supply chains are also detailed, stressing the importance of practical responses to the crisis.

What challenges are mentioned regarding the reopening of the economy?

How does the text describe the situation of workers in the informal economy during the pandemic?

What is the significance of cooperation in the workplace as highlighted in the discussion?