ITUC-Africa hails Qatar's legislative reforms

A high-level delegation from the African Regional Organization of the International Trade Union Confederation has praised the legislative reforms made by the State of Qatar with regard to labor laws and its continuous efforts to protect the rights of migrant workers.

During a press conference today at the conclusion of a two-day visit, The delegation praised the reforms related to the sponsorship system, housing, freedom to change the employer and setting a minimum wage, as well as the abolition of the exit permit, the establishment of a committee for the settlement of labor disputes and other reforms made by the State of Qatar to labor laws.

The delegation added that the Qatari reforms included standards and requirements related to health and safety at work sites and anywhere, especially in light of high temperatures, hailing the Qatar visa centers abroad, which the State of Qatar has begun to establish in a number of labor-exporting countries to ensure and protect workers' rights.

The delegation also commended the State of Qatar's firm commitment to cooperation with member states of the African Union, as a means to further promote fair employment for more African immigrants.