Song Doohwan, Human Rights Commissioner, "Welcome the Passage of the Yellow Envelope Act... Expect Strengthened Guarantee of Basic Labor Rights"

Song Doo-hwan, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission, welcomed the passage of the amendment to the Trade Union and Labor Relations Adjustment Act, known as the 'Yellow Envelope Act,' in the National Assembly plenary session and expressed hope that it would serve as an opportunity to strengthen the guarantee of basic labor rights.

Song Doo-hwan, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission

On the 23rd, Chairperson Song stated in a press release, "I welcome the passage of the Yellow Envelope Act and hope that the amended law will be implemented promptly," adding, "I expect that the implementation of the Yellow Envelope Act will enable all working people in our society to fully enjoy labor rights guaranteed by the Constitution and international human rights standards."

Chairperson Song said, "The Yellow Envelope Act is an implementation of recommendations made by international human rights organizations and represents progress in line with the principles and spirit of the International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions on basic labor rights," adding, "Considering the Republic of Korea's standing in the international community, it is necessary to actively consider compliance with and faithful implementation of international human rights treaties and conventions."

The Yellow Envelope Act includes provisions to expand the scope of employers and limit claims for damages related to labor disputes. Although the Yellow Envelope Act passed the National Assembly plenary session on the 9th, there is sharp conflict among ruling and opposition parties, industry, and labor sectors over the president's veto power exercise.

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