As part of the country’s commitment to pursue decent work opportunities for all Filipinos, the DOLE together with its partners from labor and employers, embarked on the second country program on decent work.  This process leading to the formulation of the Plan of Action for 2005 to 2007 is presented in the paper entitled “Philippine Perspective on Decent Work:  Moving Forward with a Common Agenda.”  

The paper highlights the Philippines ’ unique experiences in the initial stage of its decent work program.  It notes the significant progress made at the operational level in terms of sectoral activities, integrated responses and technical cooperation projects.  For instance, the paper highlights the process leading to the development of the Philippine Labor Index -- a summary measure that seeks to monitor the progress made toward achieving the labor and employment goals of the country.  The indices were formulated through a series of consultations and workshops with the tripartite sectors, the application of statistical tools and the conduct of technical sessions.  The paper points out that this effort provided a balanced and objective assessment of collective efforts to attain the country’s employment goals and is a first in the region. The paper also mentions the specific achievements within the four decent work pillars of rights at work, employment, social protection and social dialogue.