AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWorker Protections: Saudi Arabia recovered about 639,381 riyals in unpaid wages and allowances for 40 Sri Lankan workers, while embassy officials also helped detained workers secure release and return home. Employer Rankings: The UAE topped Forbes Middle East’s inaugural Best Employers list for 2026, and Qatar Foundation was also named among the region’s leading employers. Hiring and Mobility: Saudi Arabia and Kenya signed an annex regulating domestic-worker recruitment, alongside plans for a skilled-worker deal focused on better pay. Saudi Arabia also raised localisation targets to 35% across 94 engineering roles. Jobs at Risk: Iranian lawmakers warned that energy shortages could shut factories and trigger layoffs, as industrial fuel and power supplies tighten. Regional Support: Jordan is expanding employment and business-support programmes, while new security-card requirements affect Syrian workers seeking permits.
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