No Result
View All Result
Thursday, June 8, 2023
22 °c
Tripoli
25 ° Fri
27 ° Sat
24 ° Sun
23 ° Mon
  • Advertising
  • Contact
LibyaHerald
 
  • Home
  • Libya
  • Business
  • Opinion
  • Magazine
  • Advertising
  • Login
  • Register
SUBSCRIBE
  • Home
  • Libya
  • Business
  • Opinion
  • Magazine
  • Advertising
  • Login
  • Register
No Result
View All Result
LibyaHerald
No Result
View All Result
Home Business

Arab region has highest worldwide unemployment levels, especially among women and youth – report

bySami Zaptia
August 20, 2021
Reading Time: 4 mins read
A A
Arab region has highest worldwide unemployment levels, especially among women and youth – report
17
SHARES
72
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

By Sami Zaptia.

London, 20 August 2021:

The Arab region has the highest worldwide levels of unemployment, especially among women and young people, a report issued yesterday by the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) Regional Office for Arab States said.

With 14.3 million individuals already unemployed prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, this reality puts into question the capacity of Arab labour markets, and particularly the formal sector, to generate equitable and sufficient employment, the report added.

RELATED POSTS

Aldabaiba proposes new Road Map for holding elections, loans and land for youth and money for healthcare for war wounded

Cooperation agreements reached between Libyan and the Greek pharmaceutical and medical companies: Tripoli Chamber of Commerce

The report, entitled “Towards a Productive and Inclusive Path: Job Creation in the Arab Region”, highlights the high levels of informal employment in the region, amounting to about two thirds of total employment and resulting from demographic shifts, political instability and low levels of fiscal and monetary stability.

Gender inequality

ESCWA Executive Secretary Rola Dashti stressed the lack of gender equality in Arab labour markets, illustrated by women’s lower shares as business owners and the generally few top management positions they hold.

“We must challenge gender-discriminatory perceptions in labour markets so that women can evolve in their careers and capitalize on their increased levels of education,” she affirmed.

Covid-19 affecting the most vulnerable

For her part, ILO Regional Director for Arab States Ruba Jaradat underlined how the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need to address pre-existing labour market deficits in the region, especially those affecting the most vulnerable workers.

“The impact of the crisis has been particularly devastating for youth, persons with disabilities, women, informal workers, migrants and refugees. It is fundamentally important that we develop an action-oriented roadmap to advance a human-centred recovery, and construct a better future that delivers economic security, equal opportunity and social justice,” she stressed.

39.8 million under threat

The report also identifies several sectors that were particularly hit hard by the pandemic in the region, such as manufacturing, accommodation, real estate and business and administrative activities, in which 39.8 million individuals are under the threat of layoffs or reduction of wages and/or hours of work.

Training and education not aligned to needs of market

Moreover, the report finds that training systems and educational curricula are not in line with the needs of the labour market, leading to a significant skill mismatch. In fact, 40% of firm owners claim that the inadequately educated work force is an obstacle in the region.

Policy v reality

The report also points to contradictions between policy discourse and labour market realities. While policymakers constantly advocate the role of small enterprises in creating jobs, they have the lowest employment growth rate in the region among enterprises, standing at 1% annually.

Instability obstacle to job creation

Meanwhile, political unrest and conflicts remain a primary obstacle in the region impairing enterprise performance, affecting investor and consumer confidence and subsequently limiting investment and consumption.

Urgent reforms needed

Under these circumstances, Jaradat stressed the need to work with Arab governments and social partners to enact urgently needed reforms.

“With the right mix of policies, the right coordination frameworks and the effective involvement of workers’ and employers’ representatives, we can ensure a successful recovery and an effective transition towards a more inclusive future of work,” Jaradat said.

“For every crisis, there is opportunity. The current challenges shall be overcome by building forward better and by ensuring that, in the future, labour markets in the Arab region offer prosperity for their younger generations, prevent people from falling into poverty and reduce inequalities,” Dashti concluded.

Report offers guidance

The report provides guidance to policymakers on reducing labour market deficits, especially in the formal sector, and unlocking the potential of this sector in becoming a major driver for economic growth and the creation of decent employment across the region.

 
Tags: ArabESCWA United Nations Economic Commission for Western AsiafeaturedILO International Labour Organizationunemploymentwomen unemploymentyouth unemployment
Share7Tweet4Share1

Related Posts

The Restaurant and Food Show – Benghazi 2 to 5 October
Business

The Restaurant and Food Show – Benghazi 2 to 5 October

June 7, 2023
Presentation of mechanism for implementation of the GS1 system for tracking medicines and medical equipment
Business

Presentation of mechanism for implementation of the GS1 system for tracking medicines and medical equipment

June 7, 2023
The International Forum & Exhibition for Free Zones – Misrata: 28 to 29 June at Misrata Free Zone
Business

Misrata Free Zone confirms its continuation to transform to full electronic management

June 6, 2023
Libya invites German companies to resume their projects and invest in Libya
Business

Libya invites German companies to resume their projects and invest in Libya

June 6, 2023
British Libyan Business Association and the Libyan Business Council sign MoU
Business

British Libyan Business Association and the Libyan Business Council sign MoU

June 5, 2023
Libyan Export Promotion Centre discusses with Italian Chamber export of olive oil, dates and tuna to Italy and Europe
Business

Libyan-Tunisia agricultural, marine and food sector B2B meetings – Tunis 19 to 20 June

June 5, 2023
Next Post

Benghazi International Building Exhibition rescheduled for 12-17 September

Libya Home International exhibition, Benghazi 12-17 September

Libya Home International exhibition, Benghazi 12-17 September

 

Advertise on LibyaHerald

Reach thousands of our site visitors daily

240 x 400px

Advertise Here
ADVERTISEMENT

Top Stories

  • HB Group opens Apple authorised I-Shop reseller in Tripoli’s Siyahia

    HB Group opens Apple authorised I-Shop reseller in Tripoli’s Siyahia

    81 shares
    Share 32 Tweet 20
  • British Libyan Business Association and the Libyan Business Council sign MoU

    75 shares
    Share 30 Tweet 19
  • AMLY School is offering an innovative approach to learning in Libya

    68 shares
    Share 28 Tweet 17
  • Libya invites German companies to resume their projects and invest in Libya

    55 shares
    Share 22 Tweet 14
  • State recognised militia and Libyan Army clash in central Tripoli

    258 shares
    Share 104 Tweet 64
LibyaHerald

The Libya Herald first appeared on 17 February 2012 – the first anniversary of the Libyan Revolution. Since then, it has become a favourite go-to source on news about Libya, for many in Libya and around the world, regularly attracting millions of hits.

Recent News

Libyan PM Aldabaiba leads high level ministerial delegation to Rome: multi-sector MoU’s signed

The Restaurant and Food Show – Benghazi 2 to 5 October

Sitemap

  • Why subscribe?
  • Terms & Conditions
  • FAQs
  • Copyright & Intellectual Property Rights
  • Subscribe now

Newsletters

    Be the first to know latest important news & events directly to your inbox.

    Sending ...

    By signing up, I agree to our TOS and Privacy Policy.

    © 2022 LibyaHerald - Powered by Sparx Solutions.

    No Result
    View All Result
    • Login
    • Sign Up
    • Cart
    • Libya
    • Business
    • Advertising
    • About us
    • BusinessEye Magazine
    • Letters
    • Features
    • Why subscribe?
    • FAQs
    • Contact

    © 2022 LibyaHerald - Powered by Sparx Solutions.

    Welcome Back!

    Sign In with Facebook
    Sign In with Linked In
    OR

    Login to your account below

    Forgotten Password? Sign Up

    Create New Account!

    Sign Up with Facebook
    Sign Up with Linked In
    OR

    Fill the forms bellow to register

    *By registering into our website, you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.
    All fields are required. Log In

    Retrieve your password

    Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

    Log In
    This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.
    Are you sure want to unlock this post?
    Unlock left : 0
    Are you sure want to cancel subscription?