Qatar’s strategy focuses on attracting skilled migrant labour

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Labour H E Dr. Ali bin Samikh Al Marri chaired the ministerial meeting of the Doha Dialogue on labour mobility between the...

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Labour H E Dr. Ali bin Samikh Al Marri chaired the ministerial meeting of the “Doha Dialogue” on labour mobility between the Gulf and African countries, attended by Their Excellencies and Ministers of Labour from 33 participating countries, representatives of the African Commission, and the Executive Council of Labour Ministers of the GCC, along with representatives from international organizations.

Minister of Labour said that the Doha Dialogue initiative comes within the framework of Qatar’s alignment with international and regional interest in the issue of migrant labour, based on national constants that respect human rights, support the rule of law, and regional and international openness to achieve sustainable development goals globally.

He emphasised the state’s commitment to supporting international cooperation and global partnerships to enhance joint coordination and address future challenges facing origin and destination countries to achieve mutual benefits and enhance the social and economic gains from migrant labour.

During his opening speech at the ministerial session, the Minister highlighted the rising numbers of African migrant workers in the Gulf region.