Labour and Civil Service
Facts & Figures
A well-functioning labor market and a capable civil service are essential for ASEAN’s economic and social development. Addressing challenges such as unemployment, underemployment, and skills gaps is crucial for ensuring a sustainable and equitable labor market in ASEAN.
60%
From 2012 to 2022, on the average, around
of the total working-age population in ASEAN are engaged actively in the labour market, either by working or by looking for work.
63
million workers registered in online freelancing activities
(as of 2021)
40
million workers registered in on-demand digital activities (as of 2021)
Source: ASEAN Secretariat (2023). ASEAN Employment Outlook: The Quest for Decent Work in Platform Economy: Issues, Opportunities and Ways Forward.
Number of Labour Force in ASEAN, 2013-2022
Source: ASEAN (2023). ASEAN Statistical Yearbook 2023
Labour Force Participation Rate, 2013-2022
