Palestinian Ministry of Labour

Ministries of the State of Palestine

Nasri Abu Jaish, Minister of Labour

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The Palestinian Ministry of Labour is a government agency in the State of Palestine established in 1994, responsible for labor and employment issues. Its mission is to create a favorable work environment, promote social justice, protect the rights of workers, and ensure that employers comply with labor laws and regulations.^[1] Nasri Abu Jaish is the current Minister of Labor.^[2]^[3]

The Ministry of Labour in Palestine is responsible for the following key functions:^[4]

Developing policies and strategies related to labor and employment.

Administering labor laws and regulations, and ensuring compliance with them.

Providing employment services, including job placement and vocational training.

Protecting workers' rights and ensuring fair working conditions.

Regulating the labor market and addressing issues related to labor mobility.

Ensuring workplace safety and health, and preventing occupational hazards.

Addressing the needs of vulnerable groups in the labor market, such as women, youth, and people with disabilities.

References

^ "Ministry of Labour (MOL) (Palestine) | Devex".
^ "State of Palestine - Council of Ministers". palestinecabinet.gov.ps.
^ "Palestinian employment strategy meeting held in Amman". Jordan Times. February 23, 2023.
^ "Palestinian Ministry of Labour". United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia. October 13, 2015.