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ISLAMABAD: President Dr. Arif Alvi has reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to providing an enabling environment and a higher standard of living for all the workers and their families.
“Our belief in the dignity of labor is stronger than ever and we are cognizant that only a prosperous and satisfied workforce can contribute towards the economic development of the country,” the president said in a message on the occasion of the observance of the Labor Day on May 1.
On this Labor Day, the president said that he on behalf of our nation paid tribute to the working men and women who had made tremendous sacrifices and contributions to the socio-economic development of Pakistan.
“This day symbolizes the strength, character, talent, and dedication of the Pakistani workforce towards making our country a prosperous and progressive nation in the world,” he added.
The president said the nation owed a debt of gratitude to all the laborers who gave their sweat and blood during Pakistan’s development process and helped the country to move on the road to socio-economic development.
“I am glad that Pakistan has taken a number of steps for the welfare of its labor force by providing them health insurance, food, shelter, and financial assistance through social protection programs, and raising the minimum wage,” he added.
On this occasion, the president greeted the workers all across Pakistan and prayed for their future well-being and prosperity.
The president opined that today’s world was highly competitive and the only way forward was to have a workforce, which was equipped with the latest technical and vocational skills.
Pakistan needed to focus on the skill development of its workforce to fully reap the dividends of emerging economic opportunities in the wake of increased regional integration, he stressed.
“We are also aware that much needs to be done and that the endeavor to provide due rights to all workers requires consistent focus and attention,” he further stressed.
