Common use of Human Resource Development Clause in Contracts

Human Resource Development. The Parties agree that human resources development consti- tutes an integral part of both economic and social develop- ment. The Parties acknowledge the necessity of safeguarding the basic rights of workers by taking account of the principles in the relevant International Labour Organisation instruments, including those on the prohibition of forced and child labour, the freedom of association, the right to organise and bargain collectively and the principle of non-discrimination. The Parties recognise that both education and skills develop- ment as well as improving the living conditions of the disad- vantaged sections of the population, with special emphasis on women, will contribute to creating a favourable economic and social environment.