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44% of workers’ core skills will be disrupted by 2027: WEF
The world of work is changing fast. By 2027, businesses predict that almost half (44%) of workers’ core skills will be disrupted, found the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report. Technology, the report said, is moving faster than companies can design and scale up their training programs. AI, according to...
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Arab region faces soaring youth unemployment crisis
The region, with the world's highest youth unemployment rate, requires the creation of 33.3 million jobs by 2030 to accommodate the large number of candidates each year. -
UAE, ILO ink agreement to enhance labor inspection capabilities
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND - The UAE has signed a cooperation agreement with the International Labor Organization (ILO) to collaborate in labor inspection and occupational health and safety. The agreement, signed by UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MoHRE) in the presence of its minister Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, aims to... -
UAE’s MoHRE extends deadline for companies to meet Emiratisation targets
Dubai, UAE-- The UAE'S Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has extended the deadline for private sector to hire local employees from June 30 to July 7. MoHRE said this decision was taken by taking into consideration the Eid Al Adha holiday, which falls on the fourth week of... -
Justice best solution to global challenges
Wars and conflicts have made it more difficult for millions of people to live in dignity and have in turn hampered efforts to bring about global peace, adds Abdelsalam during a session titled “Migration as a Manifestation of Global Poverty, Inequality, climate change and conflict”. -
What’s keeping CIOs across Middle East up at night?
Lack of relevant skills, constant innovation in a highly disruptive world while keeping in mind budget constraints and cybersecurity remain their key concerns, says an expert. -
Khalifa Fund announces winner of CEO Program
ABU DHABI, UAE - Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) and Jenaan Investment, has announced the winners of the CEO program, Agritech Edition. After a rigorous nine-month program that aimed to cultivate entrepreneurship and innovation skills, build and grow ag-food... -
MENA professionals eye new skills, better prospects
Despite the challenges of the digital transition in some MENA countries and the rising unemployment, about 90% of professionals in the region remain enthusiastic about 2023. -
Industrial manufacturers need to be proactive amidst rising rates, skilled labor crunch and fewer subsidies
Organizations that decide not to or are unable to act will continue to find themselves patching together reactive solutions to problems. If 2023 is a year of slowdown, instead of battening down the hatches, firms should use the opportunity to move toward smarter manufacturing, he adds. -
Nearly 2,000 business executives attend World Corporate Summit in Dubai
DUBAI, UAE - Nearly 2,000 global business executives and investors attended the World Corporate Summit in Dubai to share in the vision of improving the world through business. Held in Dubai from November 21 till December 15 2022 at the Palace Downtown Hotel, this summit which was supported by Dubai’s... -
PwC report confirms assertions of TOP CEO Conference experts: Skills help women get more jobs across MENA
Young women in the MENA region are more likely to be in the workforce, while the GCC countries have seen advances in labor force participation, says the latest PwC report. -
UAE Ministry of Emiratization launches Customer First forum
UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization has launched the Customer First Forum, comprising virtual sessions on a weekly basis on queries of employers and employees in the private sector and citizens seeking jobs. -
Saudi Education Minister meets founder of edX platform in US
Saudi Arabia's Minister of Education Dr. Hamad bin Mohammed Al AlSheikh has met with the leaders of edX platform at Boston University in the United States. -
Global economy to gain $8.3 trillion if countries invest in skills: WEF
The Reskilling Revolution initiative, a coalition of 50 CEOs, 25 ministers and 350 organizations committed to realizing these gains for their economies, societies and organizations, marked two years of progress at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2022 in Davos. -
Government institutions need to provide youth skills: UAE minister
Shamma bint Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Vice President of the Arab Youth Center (AYC), has said that government institutions have a duty to provide youth with skills and opportunities. This would enable them to become drivers of sustainable human, economic and governmental development. She... -
‘Skills Bahrain’ set for launch, expected to meet labor market demands
Tamkeen, a semi-autonomous Bahraini agency, has said that the “Skills Bahrain” initiative is all set to be launched in the country. "Skills Bahrain" is the first comprehensive national initiative aimed at establishing professional standards for vocations and professions in Bahrain. It meets the rising demand for qualified nationals across a range... -
HP, UAE sign education MoU
MoU aimed at enhancing cyber skills training in UAE schools. -
School of Government and ADGM Academy launch investment program
The Abu Dhabi School of Government (ADSG) and Abu Dhabi Global Market Academy (ADGM Academy) have launched the ‘Investment Foundations' program, which seeks to equip Abu Dhabi government employees with knowledge and skills related to finance, ethics, and investment practices. Targeting Abu Dhabi government employees working in the financial sector,... -
Nokia, UNICEF and Organge Foundation to empower Morocco youth
As part of UNICEF’s UPSHIFT program, Nokia has agreed to a partnership with Orange Foundation and UNICEF to empower marginalized young people, particularly girls, in Morocco with digital, entrepreneurial and environmental skills. The UPSHIFT program will empower young people to become resilient citizens who engage more actively with their everyday life, contribute to... -
DGCX, Zimbabwe exchange ink pact
DGCX will extend technical support and skills to VFEX. -
Emiratis in 18-24 age group 61 percent of Expo 2020 volunteers
The Expo Volunteers Program is an opportunity to gain lifelong skills and build connections, say Expo statement.