Minister for Overseas Pakistanis to QNA: Islamabad, Doha keen on building strategic partnership in labor field
<p>Doha, Qatar: Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan HE Chaudhry Salik Hussain affirmed that Islamabad and Doha are looking to build a sustainable strategic partnership in labor and human resource development. He noted that the two countries' ultimate goal is to develop a Pakistan-Qatar Human Resource Corridor that moves beyond…
Islamabad and Doha are striving to forge a mutually beneficial strategic partnership in labor and human resource development, according to Pakistan's Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, HE Chaudhry Salik Hussain. During his recent visit to Doha, HE Hussain held discussions with key officials in Qatar, emphasizing the shared commitment to enhancing the quality of skilled labor and aligning training programs with the evolving demands of Qatari employers.
The talks covered various aspects of labor cooperation, including recruitment practices, skills matching, and the preparation of workers before departure. A joint working group has been established to coordinate these efforts and facilitate recruitment procedures. HE Hussain praised Qatar's support for the Pakistani community in Qatar, highlighting the country's welcoming approach toward migrants and the significant contributions Pakistani nationals have made across various sectors.
Recognizing the changing nature of the Pakistani workforce, HE Hussain noted an increasing number of qualified engineers, technicians, and healthcare professionals. He expressed satisfaction with the ongoing cooperation between Qatar's authorities and the Pakistani Embassy to ensure worker welfare and responsible labor mobility.
Moving forward, HE Hussain emphasized the importance of upgrading Pakistan's regulatory framework to ensure safe and transparent migration practices. This includes implementing a strict licensing system for recruitment agencies, upgrading passport and immigration systems, and establishing an AI-powered risk analysis unit to strengthen labor mobility governance.
The Pakistani minister also highlighted the potential for expanding strategic cooperation in sectors such as liquefied natural gas, energy, healthcare, hospitality, logistics, facilities management, information technology, and digital services. By focusing on improving the quality of skilled labor and aligning training programs with Qatar National Vision 2030, Pakistan aims to enhance productivity and strengthen employer confidence.
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