Algerian Labor Minister Mohamed Hatat recently attended the second Doha Dialogue on Labor Migration in Tanzania, where he showcased Algeria's experience in protecting workers' rights and modernizing labor market governance. The dialogue brought together representatives from African countries, Gulf Cooperation Council nations, and other stakeholders to discuss ways to balance labor market needs with workers' rights and dignity. Hatat emphasized the importance of this consultative process in promoting cooperation and partnership among countries.
The Doha Dialogue aimed to foster consultation, exchange of experiences, and development of cooperation in labor migration. Hatat conveyed greetings from Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and expressed his wishes for the dialogue's success. He stressed the significance of this process in enhancing dialogue, cooperation, and partnership among African countries, Gulf Cooperation Council nations, and other stakeholders concerned with labor migration issues.
Hatat highlighted Algeria's commitment to protecting workers' rights and promoting decent work, citing the country's efforts to develop its legislative and regulatory framework. He emphasized that preserving workers' dignity and guaranteeing their rights is essential for achieving social justice, stability, and sustainable development. Algeria's labor market governance has been modernized through the use of digital technologies and development of online platforms.
The Algerian minister emphasized that labor migration governance requires a comprehensive and balanced approach that respects national sovereignty and legislation while meeting development needs and labor market requirements. He noted that Algeria's experience in protecting workers' rights and modernizing labor market governance can serve as a model for other countries. Hatat also stressed the importance of investing in human capital and promoting mutual recognition of professional qualifications.
Hatat called for enhanced international cooperation, exchange of experiences, and development of practical solutions that take into account the specificities of each country. He emphasized that labor migration should not be limited to managing labor flows but rather should focus on investing in human capital and promoting decent work. Algeria is committed to contributing to the success of this process and sharing its experience in protecting workers' rights.
The minister highlighted the importance of providing safe and transparent mechanisms for financial transfers, which can contribute to the development of countries of origin. He also emphasized the need to address the challenges posed by technological changes, climate change, and economic fluctuations in the world of work. Algeria hopes that the Doha Dialogue will provide a platform for transitioning from exchanging views to developing concrete initiatives and mechanisms.
Hatat concluded by reaffirming Algeria's commitment to contributing to the success of the Doha Dialogue and sharing its experience in protecting workers' rights and modernizing labor market governance. He emphasized that labor migration should be a human-centered and development-oriented process that prioritizes workers' dignity and rights.
Key points
- Algeria prioritizes protection of workers' rights and promotes decent work.
- The country advocates for a comprehensive approach to labor migration governance.
- Algeria seeks to enhance international cooperation and exchange of experiences in labor migration.
