Saudi HRSD Minister Champions Labor Reforms At G20 Brazil Meeting

The Minister of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD), Eng. Ahmed bin Sulaiman Al-Rajhi, led Saudi Arabia's delegation at the G20 Ministers of Labor and Employment meeting. This event took place from 25-26 July in Fortaleza, Brazil. The gathering included labour and employment ministers from G20 member states, invited countries, heads of international and regional organizations, and civil society representatives.

Minister Al-Rajhi emphasized the Kingdom's proactive measures under Vision 2030 to prepare a distinguished national workforce. He highlighted efforts to promote values, develop essential and future skills, enhance knowledge, and strengthen the labour market. These initiatives aim to create a robust workforce ready for future challenges.

During his speech, Minister Al-Rajhi expressed gratitude to the Brazilian presidency for its exceptional efforts throughout the year. He underscored the significance of the Labour and Employment Group's priorities in developing labour markets. These priorities are crucial for fostering economic growth and social development.

The minister reiterated Saudi Arabia's dedication to improving work standards and conditions, including social security. He stressed the importance of empowering beneficiaries through qualification, training, and job opportunities. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to enhance the overall quality of life for citizens.

Minister Al-Rajhi also highlighted initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality in the workplace. He noted that increasing women's participation in the labour market is vital for achieving sustainable economic growth and social development. Empowering women to take on diverse roles across all sectors is a key focus area.

Gratitude to Brazil

At the end of the meeting, Minister Al-Rajhi thanked the Brazilian government for its exemplary hosting of the group's work. He acknowledged Brazil's efforts in setting important priorities for labour market development. Additionally, he wished South Africa success in its upcoming presidency of the group’s work.

The meeting served as a platform for discussing various strategies to improve global labour markets. It provided an opportunity for member states to share best practices and collaborate on common goals. The discussions were aimed at addressing current challenges and preparing for future workforce needs.

The Kingdom's participation in such international forums underscores its commitment to global cooperation in labour market development. By engaging with other nations, Saudi Arabia aims to learn from global experiences while sharing its own successful initiatives under Vision 2030.

This engagement aligns with Saudi Arabia’s broader goals of fostering international partnerships and contributing to global economic stability. The Kingdom continues to play an active role in shaping policies that benefit not only its citizens but also contribute positively to global labour markets.

With inputs from SPA