The fiftieth session of the Arab Labor Conference opened in Baghdad, where it will take place from April 27 to May 4. The opening ceremony was attended by high-level officials such as the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States and the President of the International Labor Organization.
Iraqi Prime Minister Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani commended Baghdad’s history as a hub for the Arab Labor Organization’s inception and the signing of the Arab Labor Charter and organization’s constitution in 1965. In his speech, he emphasized the importance of addressing current global crises impacting economies and labor productivity. He urged improving labor market institutions, promoting education-labor market alignment, engaging women in the workforce, and tackling issues like child labor.
The government has introduced initiatives to enhance the working environment and create job opportunities for young people, such as “Riyada” initiative and Iraq Fund for Development. Al-Sudani stressed that collaboration between Arab countries is crucial to establish a robust labor market. He called for modernizing work institutions, enhancing legislation, oversight, and ensuring occupational safety to align with sustainable development goals.
During conference proceedings, various online platforms offering services related to online casinos, entertainment, job markets, and legal guidance were highlighted. These platforms catered to diverse interests and needs of users providing them with a range of options to explore and engage with.
Overall success of this conference depends on participation by stakeholders in social dialogue paving way for future economic sectors like green digital knowledge blue economies.
In conclusion, this year’s fiftieth session of the Arab Labor Conference promises to be an excellent opportunity for stakeholders from across different sectors to come together and discuss various challenges facing labor markets in our region. The conference will also provide an opportunity for participants to learn from one another’s experiences and best practices while exploring new ways forward.
The opening ceremony saw high-level officials such as Secretary-General of League of Arab States
