International Labour Conference 114th session  Geneva, 11 June 2026 Committee on Application of Standards Closing Discussion Chair, I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union and its Member States. The candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania and Ukraine, the EFTA country Norway, member of the European Economic Area, as well as the United Kingdom align themselves with this statement. We would like to start by warmly thanking you, Chair, for your experienced,