Labour conference reviews laws for workers’ welfare – The Peninsula

Labour conference reviews laws for workers’ welfare – The Peninsula

Doha: The 8th Conference on Labour and Workers has reviewed the development of labour laws in Qatar to safeguard workers' rights highlighting the efforts of government and private sector to ensure a decent life for them.

Held under the patronage of Minister of Labour H E Dr. Ali bin Saeed bin Smaikh Al Marri, and supported by Qatar Chamber, the conference was organised by Dar Al Sharq under the theme ‘Safeguarding Workers' Rights, Close Look and an Impact Beyond FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022’ at Bin Jelmood House - Msheireb Museums yesterday.

The conference was attended by Ambassador of Turkiye to Qatar H E Dr. Mustafa Goksu; Qatar Chamber First Vice-Chairman Mohamed bin Twar Al Kuwari; Vice-Chairman of Qatar Lawyers Association Sheikh Dr. Thani bin Ali Al Thani; Deputy CEO of Dar Al Sharq Jaber Salem Al Harami, with other officials and guests.

The 7th edition of Workers’ Book entitled ‘Historical Testimonies’ was also launched at the conference. The book is a panorama that examined the reports of international organisations and then cited testimonies from European parliaments, newspapers, media outlets and international organisations lauding the achievements made in Qatar during past ten years for welfare of workers.

Addressing the opening ceremony, Jaber Salem Al