This publication provides general information on recent developments concerning international labor standards, constitutional and other procedures in relation to the supervision of standards and technical assistance in the field of standards. It also provides information on the ratification of individual Conventions in table format as well as comprehensive country profiles.--Publisher's description.

This publication examines developments in international labour standards, constitutional and other procedures in relation to the supervision of standards, and technical assistance aspects during the year 2004; as well as information on the ratification and application of conventions and protocols, both with regards to specific conventions and by individual countries; and a list of International Labour Conference conventions adopted by session.