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Qatar Tribune
12-06-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Joint Arab statement calls for protection of Gaza's children, highlights importance of 2nd World Summit for Social Development in Qatar
CAIRO: The General Secretariat of the League of Arab States, the Arab Labor Organization, and the Arab Council for Childhood and Development have jointly affirmed that the children of Gaza are enduring one of the gravest humanitarian tragedies, with their fundamental right to life being flagrantly violated. They stressed that the ongoing situation in Gaza places the international community before an urgent moral and legal responsibility to protect Palestinian children and safeguard their rights to health, education, and a safe and dignified life. In a joint statement issued on the occasion of the World Day Against Child Labour, observed annually on June 12, the organizations revealed that recent statistics indicate the martyrdom of nearly 18,000 children in Gaza, while thousands of others have been deprived of the most basic necessities of life. The statement emphasized that the forthcoming Second World Summit for Social Development, scheduled to take place in Qatar this November, represents a pivotal opportunity to address mechanisms for promoting decent work and combating poverty, the primary driver of child labour. The summit's outcomes are expected to contribute to the deliberations of the Sixth Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour, to be held in Morocco in 2026, thereby strengthening the synergy between national, regional, and international efforts. The statement urgently called on all relevant stakeholders to act swiftly to protect children from all forms of exploitation and to uphold their rights as enshrined in international charters and agreements. It particularly underscored the plight of working children, who have been stripped of their childhood and innocence, subjected to harm both physically and psychologically, and denied their basic rights to education, development, and a life of dignity, humanity, and justice. The statement further called for intensified Arab and international attention and reiterated the need to reinforce regional and global commitments to eliminating all forms of child labour. It also pointed out that this year's observance of the World Day Against Child Labour comes while the global goal of eradicating child labour in all its forms by 2025 remains far from reach. It noted that the latest global estimates, issued in 2021, revealed that approximately 160 million children are engaged in child labour worldwide, 63 million girls and 97 million boys. This alarming figure is attributed to a succession of global crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, ongoing conflicts and wars, rapid technological advancement, and widening social and economic disparities. The joint statement affirmed the unwavering commitment of the participating organizations to continue collaborative efforts to combat child labour and to support international movements and UN-led initiatives in this regard. It is worth noting that the International Labour Organization (ILO) designated June 12 as the World Day Against Child Labour in 2002, aiming to raise global awareness about the prevalence of child labour and to mobilize efforts towards its eradication.
Daily Tribune
22-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Kanoo: Arab economies must innovate to face global challenges
Vice Treasurer and Head of the Steering Committee of the Bahrain Chamber, Waleed Kanoo, has called on Arab economies to enhance their adaptability and resilience to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global landscape. He stressed that transitioning from traditional economic models to more diverse and innovation-driven frameworks is no longer optional, but an urgent necessity. Speaking on behalf of Bahrain Chamber Chairman Sameer Nass during the second day of the 51st Arab Labor Conference, Kanoo referenced the outcomes of the 33rd Ordinary Session of the Arab League Summit held in Bahrain. He highlighted the summit's emphasis on joint Arab action to safeguard regional security and promote deeper cooperation and integration across sectors. In alignment with this vision, Kanoo reaffirmed the Bahrain Chamber's commitment to strengthening ties among Arab private sectors and fostering robust regional economic partnerships. He underlined the pivotal role of public-private collaboration in overcoming shared economic challenges and achieving sustainable growth. Kanoo also extended his congratulations to the Arab Labor Organization on its 60th anniversary, praising its efforts in promoting social justice, sustainable development, and balanced labor relations. He described the conference as a timely platform to boost coordination across the region and unify efforts to address critical economic issues—particularly those related to sustainable development and job creation.
Arab News
20-04-2025
- Business
- Arab News
KSA highlights labor reforms at Cairo conference
RIYADH: Abdullah Abuthnain, vice minister of human resources and social development for labor, led Saudi Arabia's delegation at the 51st Arab Labor Conference, taking place in Cairo until April 26. The conference brings together labor ministers and representatives of employers and workers from member states of the Arab Labor Organization, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. Saudi Arabia's participation reflects its ongoing efforts to support joint Arab initiatives in labor and its key role in fostering trilateral dialogue among governments, employers and workers. The agenda includes discussions on social policies for economic inclusion, economic cluster strategies for sustainable development, and adapting labor laws to economic and technological changes. In his speech, Abuthnain highlighted the ministry's initiatives to develop the Saudi labor market and boost its competitiveness locally and globally, in line with national economic diversification goals. The Saudi delegation also took part in the 62nd coordination meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council's Council of Ministers of Labor and Social Affairs, held on the sidelines of the conference. GCC labor ministers discussed shared priorities, labor market developments, and enhanced cooperation with international and regional organizations.
Daily Tribune
19-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Participates in the 51st Arab Labor Conference in Cairo
His Excellency Mr. Yousif bin Abdulhussain Khalaf, Minister of Legal Affairs and Acting Minister of Labour, led the Kingdom of Bahrain's delegation at the 51st session of the Arab Labor Conference, which officially opened today in the Arab Republic of Egypt. The Bahraini delegation includes representatives from the Ministry of Labour, the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), the General Federation of Bahrain Trade Unions, and the Bahrain Free Labour Unions Federation. The conference agenda for this year focuses on several critical issues, foremost among them being the development of entrepreneurship across the Arab world. Discussions also include the Arab Entrepreneurship Strategy initiative, and a review of the Arab Labor Organization's Director-General's report, which emphasizes the importance of economic diversification in Arab countries to cope with global economic changes. The report urges reducing reliance on natural resources to achieve sustainable development and reinforce economic and social stability. On this occasion, Minister Yousif bin Abdulhussain Khalaf underscored the significance of such conferences as essential platforms for addressing challenges, exploring opportunities, and sharing expertise and best practices across various fields. He commended the role of the Arab Labor Organization in promoting collaborative action that supports developmental efforts and contributes to achieving shared objectives. The Minister also highlighted Bahrain's ongoing efforts to enhance economic diversification, ensuring sustainable growth and creating promising opportunities for citizens. He noted the country's commitment to developing the business environment by introducing investment-friendly legislation and launching initiatives that support long-term economic growth. The 51st Arab Labor Conference will continue in Cairo until April 26, 2025, bringing together Arab labor ministers, employer representatives, and trade union leaders to deliberate on key labor and economic issues across the region.
Egypt Today
19-04-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Sisi thanks ALO for efforts to curb unemployment
President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi - file CAIRO - 19 April 2025: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi thanked the Arab Labor Organization (ALO) for its efforts to promote employment and training, face unemployment problem and boost social dialogue between the three parties of labor, including governments, business owners and labor. This came in Sisi's word read out on his behalf by Labor Minister Mohamed Gobran during the inaugural session of the 51st round of the Arab Labor Conference organized by the ALO under the auspices of President Sisi. The session in attended by Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Abul Gheit, 81 Arab labor ministers and 440 participants from 21 Arab countries, AL general secretariat, Arab and international organizations and a number of ambassadors and prominent figures in Egypt.
