Pakistan, Bangladesh Seek Skilled Workers for Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030

Pakistan's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ahmad Farooq, highlighted the crucial next two years for Pakistan to capitalize on opportunities within Saudi Arabia's expanding economy, particularly in construction, IT, healthcare, and hospitality sectors, as the Kingdom diversifies under Vision 2030. He emphasized the need for Pakistan to improve its workforce training to meet Saudi requirements, given the rising demand for skilled labor driven by major events and infrastructure projects. Concurrently, at the Global Labor Market Conference, Saudi officials reported a significant increase in the private sector workforce and a decrease in unemployment, showcasing the Kingdom's commitment to building a resilient labor market. Discussions also focused on international collaboration, with initiatives like the Labor Market Academy aimed at enhancing global workforce skills. Meanwhile, Bangladesh's officials have expressed their commitment to supplying skilled professionals to Saudi Arabia, addressing challenges such as marketing and visa processing to improve labor market access for their workers. Both nations recognize the immense employment potential stemming from Saudi Arabia's mega projects and upcoming global events.