The Minister of Labor participates in the launch "A project to enhance productivity and improve working conditions"
Minister of Labor, Mohamed Gibran, stressed that a decent work environment in which occupational safety and health means are available, skilled and trained workers, and legislation and decisions that achieve balance in the relationship between the employer and the worker, serve as fertile ground for increasing production and stability in the workplace.
This came during Minister Gibran’s speech today, Sunday, at the launching activities of the “Project to Enhance Productivity and Improve Working Conditions in the Main Sectors in Egypt.” ", which was launched by the International Labor Organization office in Cairo, under the auspices of Lieutenant General Kamel al-Wazir, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Industry and Transport, and in the presence of Ambassador Ihab Nasr, on behalf of Lieutenant General Kamel al-Wazir, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Industrial Development and Transport, and Ambassador Michele Quaroni, Ambassador of Italy to the Arab Republic of Egypt, Eric Ochlan, Director of the International Labor Organization office in Cairo, and Abdel Moneim El Gamal, President of the General Federation of Egyptian Trade Unions, President of the General Union of Construction. And wood.
The minister said that the focus of the “project” on the marble, tanning and leather industry sectors is a very important issue because these sectors receive unprecedented attention from the Egyptian state with the support of Mr. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic…
The Minister indicated that the Egyptian state is developing a “tanning” sector Leather» And “leather goods” are among its top priorities, not only in terms of developing infrastructure, but also in developing the skills of workers, and equipping them in line with all the variables facing the labor market in this field. He cited President Sisi’s opening of the “Rubiki” city. Industrial City for Spinning, Weaving and Leather Industry, in 2020, and it is the largest industrial city in the Middle East, with the aim of establishing an integrated system with the latest international technology in the field of leather tanning, with a commitment to preserving the general appearance of the city, avoiding randomness in construction, and reducing the negative environmental impacts resulting from the nature of production. In the field of leather tanning…as well as developing the Shaq Al-Tha’ban area comprehensively, and transforming it into an integrated area under the name “Marble and Granite City”, to be environmentally friendly and deal with solid waste. In a safe and scientific manner, while codifying the conditions of factories and their workers, and providing rehabilitation, training and insurance for them, after transferring the region from a random economy to an organized economy, and transforming it into a global industrial city specializing in the field of marble and granite through an integrated vision for development and development, and providing all services and support to workshop owners. Factories and exhibitions…
Gibran said that the steps taken by the Ministry of Labor during this period include intensifying efforts to strengthen labor relations and issuing legislation that achieves justice and balance between… Both sides of the production process, especially in light of the Egyptian government’s accession to the Global Alliance for Social Justice launched by the Director-General of the International Labor Organization, Mr. Gilbert Hengbo, are all moving towards a decent work environment, which is a basic condition for increasing production, investment, and achieving more job security for the worker. As well as developing the vocational training system through which it aims to provide the skilled and trained workers that factories and companies need.. He stressed: " All capabilities of the Ministry of Labor to serve the objectives of this "project" Through which we look forward to motivating and strengthening the capabilities of national partner agencies at the sectoral level to increase productivity, improve working conditions in the targeted sectors, and confront all challenges… and all support to the “project” work team. In which we noticed from the first glance the spirit of seriousness and interest, especially after the first coordination session with them, and we wish them success in this mission.” Minister Gibran directed his thanks and appreciation to the International Labor Organization office in Cairo and to the occupational safety, health and work environment inspectors for their efforts in The two sectors targeted by the project….
During the meeting, Ambassador Ihab Nasr spoke, on behalf of Lieutenant General Kamel Al-Wazir, Vice Chairman of the Council The Minister, Minister of Industrial Development and Transport, stressed the efforts made by the Ministry of Industrial Development and Transport, through the National Industrial Strategy 2024-2030, and its sponsorship of all initiatives that would develop the industry, enhance productivity, and achieve decent work within the work and production sites.. He explained that this project was undertaken by the team Kamel Al-Wazir signed his agreement with the International Labor Organization office and the Italian side on October 8 to enhance productivity in the leather, tanning and marble industry sectors…and said that the state The Egyptian government is keen to continue its efforts to advance industry, especially strategic industries, within the framework of the plan to transform Egypt into a regional industrial center. For his part, Ambassador Michele Quaroni, the Italian ambassador to Egypt, spoke, stressing the support provided by the Italian side for the project, and explained the strength of Egyptian/Italian relations in all fields. Enhancing productivity in the targeted sectors in this new project confirms this…
For his part, Mr. Eric explained Ochlan, Director of the International Labor Organization’s office in Cairo, said that, as the Egyptian leadership emphasized, promoting a resilient economy and achieving sustainable growth constitute two basic pillars of national development. The launch of the project “Enhancing the Environment Supporting Productivity for Decent Work in Egypt,” in cooperation with the Ministry of Industry and with funding from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), is considered a pivotal progress towards achieving Egypt’s Vision 2030. This project focuses on vital industrial sectors such as leather tanning. , marble, and later the furniture industry. Through this approach, we devote our efforts to improving productivity, enhancing working conditions, and enabling these industries to flourish and compete at the global level. Our strategic cooperation with… The Ministry of Industry, along with the continued support of the Ministry of Labor, is adopting a comprehensive approach to confront the challenges facing these sectors. He added: “In line with the United Nations Global Accelerator Program for Jobs and Social Protection for a Just Transition, and the Global Alliance for Social Justice, it aims to This project aims to strengthen national institutions and enable small and medium enterprises to achieve sustainable productive growth through decent work. Our commitment includes developing management practices, improving working conditions, and ensuring occupational health and safety, so that workers benefit from organized employment and better working conditions. By engaging stakeholders to address sectoral challenges and providing technical support, we aim to support 200 small and medium-sized companies in the leather and marble sectors, thus enhancing sustainable impacts at the business and local community levels.” Eric said: “Together, we can promote a resilient economy that does not face… Not only do today’s challenges, but it supports the foundation for a prosperous future for all Egyptians."
