Date: 25th April 2025
Location: Brasília, Brazil
Presidency: Brazil
Indian Delegate: Union Minister of State for Labour & Employment, Sushri Shobha Karandlaje
BRICS Labour Meet 2025: A Milestone for Global South Cooperation
Under the presidency of Brazil, the 11th BRICS Labour and Employment Ministers’ Meeting 2025 was held in Brasília with the theme:
“Strengthening the Cooperation of the Global South for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance.”
The summit concluded with the adoption of a significant BRICS Declaration focused on:
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Future of Work
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Impacts of Climate Change on the World of Work and a Just Transition
India’s Proactive Role: Human-Centric Approach to AI and Climate Justice
Representing India, Sushri Shobha Karandlaje emphasized the nation's inclusive, ethical, and human-centric approach to digital transformation, echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision:
“Technology for Empowerment, Not Exclusion.”
Key Indian Initiatives Highlighted:
National Strategy for AI
Focused on ethical AI adoption, upskilling, and sector-specific implementation (Agriculture, Healthcare, Education).
FutureSkills Prime
A joint initiative to reskill youth for the digital economy.
Namo Drone Didi
Empowering rural women through drone technology for agri-services.
National Career Service (NCS)
An AI-powered platform bridging employment gaps, especially among youth and job seekers in rural India.
India’s Green Growth Model: A Just Transition in Action
India reaffirmed its commitment to climate-resilient job creation through:
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Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment): Promoting sustainable living.
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Sector Skill Council for Green Jobs (SSCGJ): Creating skilled manpower for green sectors.
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GHG Emission Reduction (2019–2020) and Net-Zero Target by 2070: Showcasing India’s global climate leadership.
India also highlighted its collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO) to safeguard workers’ rights during climate-related shifts in the labour market.
Key Takeaways from the BRICS Declaration 2025
The official declaration focuses on:
🔹 Inclusive AI Policy
Ensuring AI-driven progress does not marginalize workers.
🔹 Fair Climate Transitions
Social dialogue and job security as nations transition to green economies.
🔹 South-South Cooperation
Stronger alliances in digital inclusion, labour rights, and green jobs across BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa).
India’s efforts were lauded as a model for combining technological advancement with social welfare, upholding the mantra of:
“Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” (Collective Effort, Inclusive Growth).
Why This Matters: The Future of Work Is Being Shaped Now
The 11th BRICS Labour Ministers' Meeting marks a turning point in how emerging economies approach the intersections of technology, climate change, and employment. India's contributions demonstrate that economic progress and social equity can — and must — go hand in hand.
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