The National Planning Institute in Egypt is preparing to host its 10th international conference on "Labor Market and Sustainable Development" from September 21-22, 2026. The event will be attended by high-ranking officials, including Egypt's Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Dr. Ahmed Rustom, Minister of Labor, Hassan Al-Raddad, and the Institute's President, Dr. Ashraf Al-Arabi. The conference aims to bring together experts, policymakers, and academics to discuss the latest developments and challenges in the labor market.
The conference comes at a crucial time, as the global economy undergoes significant transformations that impact labor markets. Dr. Ashraf Al-Arabi emphasized that these changes have reshaped the nature of jobs, required skills, and work patterns, necessitating the development of policies and institutions that can adapt to these changes. The conference seeks to provide a platform for experts to share their insights and experiences, with the goal of developing effective solutions to address labor market challenges.
The conference will feature four main axes, focusing on international experiences and global transformations in labor markets, the efficiency and flexibility of labor markets in the face of technological and environmental changes, labor market policies and institutional governance, and population and labor market issues in Egypt. The event will also include research papers and discussions on various topics related to labor markets, such as employment, migration, and the future of work.
Dr. Al-Arabi expressed his hope that the conference will contribute to the development of practical visions and recommendations that go beyond diagnosing labor market challenges and offer implementable solutions. The conference aims to support efforts to develop labor market policies and build a more efficient, flexible, and inclusive labor market that can adapt to rapid economic and technological changes.
The conference will bring together a high-level audience of ministers, officials, experts, and academics from various Egyptian ministries, institutions, and universities, as well as representatives from international and regional organizations. The event provides a unique opportunity for participants to exchange ideas, share experiences, and explore ways to address labor market challenges in Egypt and beyond.
The research papers and discussions at the conference will cover a range of topics, including the strategic framework and policies for labor markets in Egypt, employment and migration issues, the future of work and sustainable development, and the role of technology and green transformations in shaping labor markets. The conference also aims to explore ways to promote decent work, improve employment opportunities, and enhance the efficiency of labor markets.
The National Planning Institute's 10th international conference on "Labor Market and Sustainable Development" is expected to provide a valuable platform for experts and policymakers to discuss the latest developments and challenges in labor markets. The event will help identify opportunities and challenges in the labor market, and explore ways to promote sustainable development and decent work in Egypt and beyond.
Key points
- The conference will focus on four main axes, including international experiences, labor market efficiency, policies and governance, and population and labor market issues in Egypt.
