Circular on the National Just Transition Strategy and Action Plan in the Official Gazette

In the circular, it was stated that climate change and green and digital transformation are reshaping many areas of economic and social life, especially production, employment, skills and working conditions. It was emphasized that it is important to manage the effects of this transformation on working life, in line with Türkiye's 2053 net zero emission target, without leaving anyone behind.

It was stated that the just transition approach, which was introduced into the legislation with the Climate Law, requires employees and businesses to adapt to changing conditions, provide the necessary skills, increase decent work and strengthen social protection. Attention was drawn to the importance of considering the sectors, regions and groups affected by the transformation at different levels and taking social dialogue as a basis.

THE MINISTRY WILL CARRY OUT THE IMPLEMENTATION WORKS

In the circular, it was reported that the National Just Transition Strategy and Action Plan (2027-2029) was prepared with the participation of relevant stakeholders under the coordination of the Ministry of Labor and Social Security, in line with the Twelfth Development Plan (2024-2028) and the National Employment Strategy (2025-2028). It was stated that the plan, which covers skills adaptation, inclusive transformation, social protection and social resilience and policies for priority sectors, will be published on the official website of the Ministry.

It was noted that the coordination, monitoring and evaluation studies for the implementation of the Strategy and Action Plan will be carried out by the Ministry of Labor and Social Security with the participation of relevant public institutions and organizations and social partners. It was stated that the institutions and organizations determined as responsible in the Action Plan will report the developments regarding the implementation to the Ministry every 6 months.

The circular stated, "I kindly request that the duties and responsibilities within the scope of the National Just Transition Strategy and Action Plan (2027-2029) be fulfilled precisely in line with the schedule foreseen by the relevant institutions and organizations, and that all kinds of support and assistance that will be needed during the implementation process be meticulously provided by all public institutions and organizations."