Dubai: Yousif bin Abdulhussain Khalaf, Minister of Labour and Minister of Legal Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), participated in the 8th Ministerial Meeting of the Abu Dhabi Consultation, held in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates from January 31 to February 1. The meeting saw the participation of ministers responsible for labour affairs, alongside several specialised regional and international organisations.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the meeting addressed various strategic themes related to strengthening labour cooperation frameworks among participating countries. Key topics included labour mobility, skills pathways and productivity to support a just transition towards a green economy. It also discussed the legal, social, and professional dimensions of temporary migrant workers in the platform economy, climate change, the role of skills and diversity in labour productivity, and future labour market trends in member states.
The Abu Dhabi Consultation aims to align policies and perspectives on labour markets and promote constructive dialogue between labour-sending and labour-receiving countries. This is intended to support shared interests and sustained economic growth. The initiative seeks to develop balanced labour policies that respond to market needs, safeguard workers’ rights, and ensure safe and supportive working environments. It also aims to keep pace with labour market transformations, particularly emerging professions requiring advanced skills, and prioritise optimal investment in human capital and the integration of citizens into promising sectors and future jobs.