Kuwait City: The State of Kuwait is committed to protecting workers' rights and providing them with a suitable housing and work environment, in line with international standards, said Assistant Foreign Minister for Human Rights Affairs, Ambassador Sheikha Jawaher Ibrahim Al-Duaij Al-Sabah.
According to Kuwait News Agency, this statement was part of a speech delivered by Her Excellency during her participation in a roundtable session held under the title: "Adequate Housing and Workers' Welfare in Kuwait: International Standards and Sustainable National Solutions." The session was attended by Deputy Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
Sheikha Jawaher highlighted that Kuwait's initiatives are driven by a national and constitutional commitment to human rights, with various measures aligning with the country's international obligations. She noted that contract labor constitutes approximately 75 percent of the total workforce in Kuwait, representing over 174 nationalities, which reflects the developmental nature of the country's major projects.
Furthermore, she emphasized Kuwait's dedication to enhancing the legislative environment for labor by updating laws on human trafficking, domestic workers' residency, and private sector work. These updates aim to promote justice and transparency while supporting sustainable development goals.
Sheikha Jawaher also underscored the significance of collaboration with civil society organizations. She highlighted that the Permanent National Committee for Combating Trafficking in Persons and Migrant Smuggling has formulated a national strategy for 2025-2028. This strategy was announced during the Sixth Regional Forum on Combating Trafficking in Persons.