Riyadh to host Global Labor Market Conference featuring 45 labor ministers, 200 experts

The Saudi Arabian capital, Riyadh, will host the Global Labor Market Conference from January 29th to 30th, under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The conference will bring together 45 labor ministers and prominent experts from the G20, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas for an international ministerial meeting.

The Global Labor Market Conference, chaired by Saudi Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi, will focus on future labor market policies and emerging trends. The conference aims to address the challenges of youth employment and showcase innovative initiatives designed to enhance youth participation in the global economy. This event presents a unique opportunity to unify international efforts in tackling unemployment and youth employment challenges.

Dr. Abdullah Abuthunain, Deputy Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, stated that the conference aims to leverage the capabilities, expertise, and experiences of global participants. It will serve as a collaborative platform to improve policies and legislation, enhance working environments, and address existing challenges. He emphasized that the positive outcomes of these efforts will not only benefit the Saudi labor market but will also have a favorable impact on the global market.

The Global Labor Market Conference is organized in collaboration with prominent organizations including the International Labour Organization, the World Bank, the United Nations Development Programme, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, and the Misk Foundation. The conference will feature over 200 speakers from more than 100 countries, aiming to lead a global discussion on the future of the labor market. In this way, it positions itself as a vital platform for research, dialogue, and knowledge sharing, contributing to the establishment of a comprehensive global labor market ecosystem.

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