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Learn more about the organized effort to end job contracting in the public sector and ensure the rights of government workers. The Public Services Labor Independent Confederation (PSLINK) is calling on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to revoke circulars that allow for contractual work and pass legislation to safeguard the security of tenure for civil servants. Support the push for fair treatment and job stability for government employees.
Learn more about PAM’s decision to ban the transfer of workers from the government to the private sector, except for three specific categories. This regulation aims to maintain workforce balance and support Kuwaiti families, Palestinian residents, and university graduates. Read more about it here.
Learn more about the Ministry of Interior’s consideration of allowing the transfer of residency permits from Article 17 to 18 for specific categories. This potential change aims to provide more flexibility for foreign workers in Kuwait.
Learn about the gender salary gap in Kuwait, where there is a 30% disparity in salaries between male and female workers in the government sector. Find out the reasons behind this gap and its impact on the overall gender equality in the country. Discover Kuwait’s ranking in the Global Gender Gap Index and the areas where it has experienced significant declines. Explore the need for concerted efforts to address and rectify gender disparities in various sectors. Stay informed about the latest developments and initiatives aimed at promoting equality and inclusivity in Kuwait’s workforce.
The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has implemented a new regulation that blocks the transfer of residency permits for expatriates working in the government sector to the private sector. This move aims to regulate the labor market and ensure that expatriate workers are employed in the sector they were initially hired for. This article discusses the implications of this regulation for Filipino Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Kuwait and emphasizes the importance of understanding the rationale behind the decision and seeking guidance to make informed career decisions.
