OIC vows to reduce unemployment in member countries

Minister of Local Administration discusses with Director of UN Envoy's Office development programs

The Minister of Local Administration Eng. Badr Basalma met today, Tuesday, in the temporary capital Aden, with the Director of the Office of the UN Envoy to Yemen, Brit Scott and the Political Affairs Officer of the office, Tamana Obeid.

Casualty Toll from Israeli Offensive on Gaza Rises to 72,070 Martyrs, 171,738 Injured

The casualty toll from the Israeli occupation’s offensive on the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023, has risen to 72,070 martyrs and 171,738 injured, according to the Ministry of Health in Gaza.

Korea large companies' exports rise 10 percent

Large companies' exports in South Korea rose approximately 10 percent year-on-year in the fourth quarter of last year, driven by increased global demand for semiconductors.

Saudi League: Al-Nassr, Al-Ettifaq and Neom Secure Victories Over Al-Ittihad, Damac and Al-Riyadh

Al-Nassr defeated its guest Al-Ittihad 2–0 in the match that brought them together at Al-Awwal Park Stadium in Riyadh, as part of the 21st round of the Saudi Professional League.

Last Update: ، 2026/02/25 Time 08:41:00
Latest News:

Finance Minister, US Ambassador Discuss Support for Comprehensive Economic Reforms

Two republican decrees about appointing commander for Special Security Forces, chair for Civil Defense ..

Al-Khanbashi confers with Regional Director of NDI over peace, development tracks

Minister of Planning discusses with international organizations joint coordination

Aden Governor Discusses Progress of Projects Implemented by Kuwaiti Direct Aid Society

OIC vows to reduce unemployment in member countries

[22/02/2018 01:20]

JEDDAH-SABA
The ministers of labor at the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) have confirmed that they are working to reduce unemployment rates in member countries whose unemployment rate averaged 7.4 per cent in 2016, above the global average.

The ministers stressed during their declaration issued at the end of their conference concluded in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Thursday that the issue of employment is essential for the well-being of people and economic growth.

The Ministers announced the expansion of coordination and cooperation among OIC members with regard to labor, employment and social protection for labor.

Yemen's participating delegation in the event was represented by Minister of Social Affairs and Labor Ibtihaj al-Kamal.