MLSD Minister discusses with PM the job stability of citizens in the private sector
08-06-2020
His Excellency the Minister of Labour and Social Development, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Labour Market Regulatory Authority, Mr Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, met in his office with Member of the Council of Representatives Mr Mamdouh Abbas Al Saleh to review the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to support and stabilise the national workforce and to discuss continued co‑operation between the legislative and executive authorities aimed at bolstering labour‑market growth and strengthening social protection for every segment of society. Humaidan reiterated the esteemed Government’s determination to extend comprehensive support to citizens amid the global Coronavirus (COVID‑19) pandemic, noting that Bahrain’s integrated health, social and economic response measures have earned recognition from both citizens and international organisations. He underscored the importance of joint action to sustain labour‑market stability and commended national companies and institutions for honouring their commitment to preserve Bahraini employment during these exceptional circumstances. The Minister assured MP Al Saleh that the labour market remains stable, emphasising that the Ministry engages directly with establishments to address any issues affecting the fundamental employment rights of national workers and to devise appropriate solutions. He explained that, while the labour market operates according to supply‑and‑demand dynamics, any Bahraini employees released by one establishment will be assisted by the Ministry in securing positions with other companies and institutions. Expressing confidence in Bahrain’s capacity to navigate the current challenges successfully, he highlighted the nation’s growing experience in managing such situations. MP Al Saleh lauded the Ministry’s efforts to uphold job stability for Bahraini citizens in the private sector and to guarantee the full protection of their employment rights. He stressed the necessity of concerted endeavours to sustain labour‑market growth and commended the Ministry’s oversight of health and safety measures at workplaces and in workers’ accommodation, which reinforces precautions against the Coronavirus.