24/09/2025 10:47 AM

Over the past decades, long-term care has emerged as an increasingly significant priority within the European Union (EU) policy, driven by demographic ageing, gaps in existing services and the rising costs of providing quality care. Despite this growing importance, long-term care policies and service frameworks remain less developed than other areas of social protection, such as health and pensions. In many countries, the availability of formal care is still limited, and the boundaries between health care, social assistance, and long-term care are often blurred, weakening social protection and constraining public funding.

12/09/2025 02:38 PM

New International Labour Organization report reveals that despite relatively high levels of social protection coverage in the region, significant gaps in adequacy and coverage remain.

11/09/2025 02:16 PM

Subsidies for social security enhance affordability for vulnerable workers and drive the expansion of inclusive coverage

09/09/2025 08:55 AM

KUALA LUMPUR (June 17): The Social Security Organisation (Socso), also known as Perkeso, aims to introduce mandatory contributions for gig economy workers starting January 2026.

29/08/2025 09:59 AM

Social security institutions worldwide are undergoing unprecedented institutional transformation that fundamentally reshapes how they operate and deliver services. In an era of rapid digitalization, institutional consolidation, and evolving citizen expectations, these institutions must master the art of managing change while maintaining continuous service delivery to millions of customers.

22/08/2025 03:39 PM

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31/07/2025 02:50 PM

Experiences in Europe showcase innovative practices for the social protection of agricultural workers. These workers engage in challenging and demanding jobs, face specific risks and occupational hazards, and frequently live far from urban centres. Their workplace is often also their home, requiring them to work irregular hours without typical weekends or rest periods. Additionally, they experience significant health and safety risks due to the seasonal nature of farming. Therefore, to respond to their needs, this population frequently benefits from dedicated social security schemes.