SCO and convergence of member states labour legislation

Abstract

This chapter examines the foundations of labour legislation in the SCO countries and their potential for convergence as part of a necessary component of a new international order. Considering pre-existing differences in developmental trajectory, the authors examine systems of labour legislation to their identify commonalities and distinguishing features. The objective reasons for developing economic relations, for an eventual harmonization of legal regulations are learned. Based on an analysis of legal acts and academic research, the authors summarize general features inherent in each country’s labour legislation. The most pressing issues facing collective labour relations and the general and specific problems for implementing freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining are examined. The authors also offer their views on a topical issue of legal regulation of the growing non-standard forms of employment in SCO countries. The implementation of international labour standards as a basis for further integration in this area is explored. A conclusion on a potential for converging national systems by ratifying the most in-demand conventions in labour migration and by adopting bilateral and multilateral treaties is justified.