National Just Transition Strategy and Action Plan in the Official Gazette

The National Just Transition Strategy and Action Plan (2027-2029) was published in the Official Gazette and entered into force.

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

The just transition approach, which was included in the legislation with the Climate Law No. 7552 dated June 2, 2025; It was stated that it requires the adaptation of employees and businesses to changing conditions, the acquisition of needed skills, the increase of decent work and the strengthening of social protection. It was emphasized that in this process, it is of great importance to take into account the sectors, regions and groups affected by the transformation in different ways and to take social dialogue as a basis.

In this context, in accordance with the Twelfth Development Plan (2024-2028) and the National Employment Strategy (2025-2028), the "National Just Transition Strategy and Action Plan (2027-2029)" was prepared under the coordination of the Ministry of Labor and Social Security and with the participation of stakeholders. It was stated that the aforementioned Strategy and Action Plan, which is based on thematic policies including skills adaptation, inclusive transformation, social protection and social resilience axes, and sectoral policies for priority sectors, will be published on the official website of the Ministry.

According to the circular, coordination, monitoring and evaluation studies regarding the implementation of the Strategy and Action Plan will be carried out by the Ministry with the participation of relevant public institutions and organizations and social partners. The institutions and organizations determined as responsible in the Action Plan will report the developments regarding the implementation to the Ministry in six-month periods, taking the contributions of the relevant organizations.

In the circular requesting that the duties and responsibilities be fulfilled with sensitivity, the following statements were included: "I kindly request that the duties and responsibilities within the scope of the 'National Just Transition Strategy and Action Plan (2027-2029)' be fulfilled sensitively 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."