  
Sri Lanka has been designated as the host country for the 19th World Trade Union Congress, with the major international labor gathering scheduled to take place in May 2027. The upcoming assembly will convene delegates and labor representatives from across the globe to deliberate on critical issues impacting the international workforce.
The selection places Sri Lanka at the center of international trade union affairs as preparations begin for the 2027 summit. The global conference serves as a key platform for labor leaders to coordinate strategies, discuss workers’ rights, and evaluate economic challenges affecting working populations across different regions.
Key Developments
- Sri Lanka will officially host the 19th World Trade Union Congress.
- The international gathering is scheduled to convene in May 2027.
- The summit will gather trade union delegates and labor organizations from around the world.
Hosting the congress represents a notable international engagement for the island nation, positioning it as the host venue for multilateral discussions on labor policies and global worker advocacy in 2027.