On December 10, 2025, the Confederation of Trade Unions of Armenia hosted Luc Triangle, General Secretary of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC). The purpose of his visit was to deepen cooperation and discuss challenges related to the social protection of workers.
Mr. Triangle met with CTUA President Elen Manaseryan and the presidents of the CTUA’s member branch republican trade unions.
During the meeting, a number of important issues related to the protection of labor rights in the Republic of Armenia were discussed, including the development of social dialogue, the strengthening of workers’ economic and social guarantees, and the enhancement of trade union capacities.
The discussion also addressed the current low level of the minimum wage, which does not correspond to the minimum cost of living and remains one of the main concerns of trade unions. CTUA President Elen Manaseryan emphasized that the existing rate does not ensure a decent life for workers and their families, noting that this deepens socio-economic inequality and contributes to increased youth emigration.
At the initiative of Elen Manaseryan, Mr. Triangle also met with Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Lusine Kocharyan and the Chairwoman of the Standing Committee on Labor and Social Affairs of the National Assembly, Heriknaz Tigranyan.
The parties emphasized cooperation within the framework of social partnership, legislative reforms, and the important role of trade unions in the effective development of policies. They also highlighted cooperation aimed at protecting workers’ rights, modernizing income policy, and expanding opportunities for decent work for young people.
Luc Triangle highly praised the consistent work of the Confederation of Trade Unions of Armenia, noting that ensuring decent wages and improving working conditions should become a priority of state social policy.
Mr. Triangle also visited Melante LLC and the Ararat Brandy Factory, where he met with trade union representatives.

At the conclusion of the visit, Mr. Triangle and Mrs. Manaseryan emphasized the importance of continued partnership, with the aim of developing mechanisms that will contribute to workers’ professional development and the creation of sustainable jobs in the country.