Opinion | A new chapter in Saudi-Nepal labour relations
Summary
Nepal and Saudi Arabia have strengthened their labour partnership with a new agreement on general workers recruitment, focusing on skills development, fair recruitment, and workers' well-being benefiting over 340,000 Nepali workers in Saudi Arabia.
Key Points
- Nepal and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement on general workers recruitment to enhance cooperation and protect worker rights.
- More than 340,000 Nepali citizens currently work in Saudi Arabia, contributing significantly to various sectors and the Saudi Vision 2030.
- Both countries have participated in high-level forums like the Global Labour Market Conference to advance labour mobility and worker welfare.
- Saudi Arabia has implemented reforms such as the Labour Reform Initiative and Wage Protection System to improve labour conditions and safety.
