MINSK, 19 June (BelTA) – Representatives of the Federation of Trade Unions of Belarus (FTUB) held a meeting with a delegation the Federation of Trade Unions of the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia. The event was hosted by the FTUB National Trade Center, the press service of the FTUB told BelTA.
FTUB Deputy Chairman Vadim Grachev emphasized that the trade union centers of Belarus and Tatarstan have a lot in common, including in their history and practices within the trade union movement. He noted that the core principle of their work is constructive dialogue with the government and employers.
“The strength of our social partnership lies in the fact that we always reach agreements. There is no confrontation: even if our positions differ from those of the government or employers, we take a pause, refine the issue, and find a solution,” Vadim Grachev said.
This approach is confirmed by tangible results. In both Belarus and Tatarstan, thanks to social dialogue, new legal standards are regularly introduced to protect and promote workers’ rights.
The parties agreed to continue cooperation in this area. This is especially relevant today, as the labor market is rapidly evolving and non-standard forms of employment, such as remote work and work through digital platforms, are becoming increasingly widespread. An exchange of legislative proposals and trade union initiatives on these matters will help develop optimal approaches to further regulating the modern labor market taking workers' interests into account.
The meeting gave special attention to youth policy in trade unions. Today it is important for young people that trade unions not only protect their labor rights, but also offer additional opportunities for personal development and self-realization. Trade unions of Belarus and Tatarstan have already accumulated valuable experience in this regard. Sharing these practices will help improve youth engagement.
“We have many points of convergence,” said Yelena Kuzmicheva, Chairwoman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Tatarstan. “This meeting has produced concrete results for further advancing our trade union movement. We shared our work experience and studied the practices of our Belarusian colleagues in defending social and labor rights, motivating youth union participation, preserving historical values, and engaging with veterans. And naturally, we will implement this experience at our enterprises.”
FTUB Deputy Chairman Vadim Grachev emphasized that the trade union centers of Belarus and Tatarstan have a lot in common, including in their history and practices within the trade union movement. He noted that the core principle of their work is constructive dialogue with the government and employers.
“The strength of our social partnership lies in the fact that we always reach agreements. There is no confrontation: even if our positions differ from those of the government or employers, we take a pause, refine the issue, and find a solution,” Vadim Grachev said.
This approach is confirmed by tangible results. In both Belarus and Tatarstan, thanks to social dialogue, new legal standards are regularly introduced to protect and promote workers’ rights.
The parties agreed to continue cooperation in this area. This is especially relevant today, as the labor market is rapidly evolving and non-standard forms of employment, such as remote work and work through digital platforms, are becoming increasingly widespread. An exchange of legislative proposals and trade union initiatives on these matters will help develop optimal approaches to further regulating the modern labor market taking workers' interests into account.
The meeting gave special attention to youth policy in trade unions. Today it is important for young people that trade unions not only protect their labor rights, but also offer additional opportunities for personal development and self-realization. Trade unions of Belarus and Tatarstan have already accumulated valuable experience in this regard. Sharing these practices will help improve youth engagement.
“We have many points of convergence,” said Yelena Kuzmicheva, Chairwoman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Tatarstan. “This meeting has produced concrete results for further advancing our trade union movement. We shared our work experience and studied the practices of our Belarusian colleagues in defending social and labor rights, motivating youth union participation, preserving historical values, and engaging with veterans. And naturally, we will implement this experience at our enterprises.”
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