His Excellency Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, participated in the ninth meeting of the Ministers of Labour Committee of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, which was held in the Omani capital, Muscat, on 19-20 September 2023.

H.E. Al Awar stressed the importance of participating in the meeting, highlighting the significance of enhancing cooperation in the GCC with regards to the labour market. This aligns with the strategy of the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) to support labour relations and partnerships at the Gulf, Arab, and international levels, given the key topics these meetings address and their impact towards improving the lives of communities, enhancing ease of doing business, and ensuring the wellbeing of workers.

“The meeting of the GCC Ministers of Labour Committee is an ideal opportunity to exchange views and experiences, discuss legislation and effective initiatives in Gulf labour markets, and develop a shared vision that supports GCC workers and enhances the efficiency of national labour markets across the region, in line with the directives of political leadership and the aspirations of people around the Gulf for a more prosperous present and a brighter future,” H.E. Al Awar added.

On the side lines of the meeting, H.E. Dr. Al Awar attended a ceremony to honour companies that excelled in meeting their Emiratisation targets, as well as the owners of outstanding small businesses across all GCC countries. In the UAE, companies that were honoured included Keolis M.H.I. for train management and operating services, and Etimad Holding, in the Emiratisation category, along with DermaMed Clinic in the small project category.

H.E. congratulated the companies, commending their efforts in supporting Emiratisation plans and small and medium-sized enterprises.

In addition to H.E. the Minister, the meeting was attended by Aisha Belharfia, Acting Under-Secretary for Emiratisation Affairs and Assistant Under-Secretary for Labour Affairs at MoHRE, and Shaima Al Awadhi, Acting Assistant Under-Secretary for Communication and International Relations at the Ministry.