Doha: The Minister of Administrative Development Labor and Social Affairs H E Dr Eissa bin Saad Al Jafali Al Nuaimi said today that Qatar is always working on improving legislations to improve the work environment and maintain the stability and dignity of all working people.
He noted that Qatar has already made noticeable progress in terms of protecting the rights of foreign workers in the country. The minister added that Qatar will continue enhancing the rights of workers, stressing on their pivotal role in development.
The minister’s speech came during ministry's celebration of the World Day for Safety and Health at Work.
He praised companies and institutions that are committed to maintaining the rights of its workers in accordance to the laws of the country.
He highlighted some of the praise Qatar received for its effort in improving the conditions of workers. The latest being the new legislation to guarantee protection of workers' wages.
A total number of 1.3 million workers benefited from the law, the minister said.
Other initiatives were related to issuing legislations regarding the standards of housing for workers. The standards looked to satisfy criterion pertaining to health and recreation.
QNA
