Sudan Promotes Inclusive Recovery and Workforce Development at ILO Gathering
Geneva /
Minister of Human Resources and Social Welfare of the Republic of Sudan,Moatasim Ahmed Salih, today delivered Sudan’s statement before the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland, attended by representatives of governments, employers, and workers from around the world.
In his address, the Minister reaffirmed Sudan’s commitment to the principles of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and its dedication to promoting decent work and social justice as fundamental pillars for achieving stability, development, and sustainable peace.
He noted that despite the significant challenges posed by the war and its impact on the economy, labor market, and infrastructure, Sudan is steadily advancing along the path of national recovery, reconstruction, restoration of public services, and creating conditions that enable citizens to return to their communities.
The Minister outlined the Government’s priorities for the coming period, foremost among them expanding social protection coverage, enhancing employment opportunities, and rehabilitating the vocational training and skills development system as key tools for supporting economic recovery and the social reintegration of war-affected populations.
He also welcomed the ILO Director-General’s report on harnessing artificial intelligence for decent work, emphasizing the importance of utilizing modern technologies to serve people, improve productivity, and create employment opportunities. He further stressed the need to bridge the digital divide between developed and developing countries to ensure a more equitable distribution of the benefits of digital transformation.
The Minister renewed Sudan’s call for stronger international partnerships to support recovery and reconstruction efforts, promote skills development and capacity building, and expand social protection systems, thereby contributing to job creation and strengthening economic and social stability.