At the 2025 Labour Ministers' Meeting, the BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) adopted a landmark declaration addressing the intersections of artificial intelligence (AI), climate change, and employment.

The declaration outlines cooperative strategies to tackle the evolving challenges these global issues pose to the workforce, ensuring inclusive and sustainable development across the member nations.

Key Points

• BRICS nations emphasized adapting labor markets to AI and automation, focusing on upskilling workers and creating new job opportunities.
• The declaration promotes green jobs and integrates climate adaptation into employment strategies.
• BRICS countries committed to sharing knowledge and collaborating on policies addressing AI and climate impacts on employment.
• The importance of gender equality and social inclusion in future employment policies was stressed.
• Initiatives for education and training programs to prepare workers for AI and green tech roles were outlined.