International Labor Programs

The Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) prioritizes the interests of American workers in U.S. trade and international labor and employment policy, strengthening U.S. jobs and wages, by combating foreign labor abuses and unfair trade practices in the global supply chain that undermine U.S. prosperity and security. ILAB focuses on ensuring that American workers and businesses benefit from the Administration’s trade agenda by shaping international trade and labor environments, monitoring countries’ compliance with labor obligations, counteracting labor practices overseas that undermine American competitiveness, and vigorously enforcing labor provisions in trade agreements. ILAB combines trade and labor monitoring and enforcement, policy engagement, research, and technical cooperation to carry out the international responsibilities of the Department of Labor. ILAB partners with international organizations, non-governmental organizations, universities, research institutions, and others to advance the Administration’s trade agenda through technical assistance projects, research, and project evaluations. These activities are funded through grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts.