Priorities of Fair Globalization

The report, A Fair Globalization: Creating opportunities for all, by the World Commission on the Social Dimension of Globalization (ILO), seek a process of globalization with a strong social dimension based on universally shared values, respect for human rights and individual dignity. A world that is fair, inclusive, democratically governed and gives opportunities and tangible benefits for all countries and people in the world. To this end the report calls for: • A focus on people. The cornerstone of a fairer globalization lies in meeting the demands of all people for: respect for their rights, cultural identity and autonomy; decent work: and the empowerment of the local communities they live in. Gender equality is essential. • A democratic and effective State. The State must have the capability to manage integration into the global economy, and provide social and economic opportunity and security. • Sustainable development. The quest for a fair globalization must be undertaken by the interdependent and environmental protection at the local, national, regional and global levels. • Productive and equitable markets. This requires sound institutions to promote opportunity and enterprise in well-functioning market economy. • Fair rules. The rules of the global economy must offer equitable opportunity and access for all countries and recognise the diversity in national capacities and developmental needs. • Globalization with solidarity. There is a shared responsibility to assist countries and people excluded from or disadvantaged by globalization. Globalization must help to overcome inequality both within and between countries and contribute to the elimination of poverty. • Greater accountability to people. Public and private actors at all levels with power to influence the outcomes of globalization must be democratically accountable for the policies they pursue and the actions they take. They should deliver on their commitments and use their power with respect for others.