The first edition of the year unveils significant innovations in the area of industrial relations, poised to usher in substantial changes in the area throughout this year and beyond. Among these, artificial intelligence takes a prominent position, influencing both European and global policy, legislative and regulatory landscapes.
In Europe, a milestone has been achieved with the finalisation of a provisional agreement on the Artificial Intelligence Act, following intricate negotiations. This regulation sets global standards for AI usage, acknowledging its immense potential while striving to address and mitigate associated risks and impacts.
Across the Atlantic, the US President has issued an Executive Order underscoring the critical need to regulate and discipline the use of artificial intelligence. This underscores the paramount importance of comprehensively understanding the global implications of this fundamental tool.
Looking beyond AI, recent research by Eurofound on the implementation of the right to disconnect at the company level is highlighted. Additionally, BusinessEurope members outline their priorities for the upcoming Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union, emphasising the promotion of competitiveness and the development of the European economy.
This edition features a wide array of national news items, spanning legislative and governmental initiatives from Mexico to Guatemala, New Zealand to Canada. The year 2024 promises many developments, and we are pleased to be your guide, keeping you abreast of essential news in the ever-evolving landscape of labour and industrial relations.