Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said in his message on International Workers’ Day that today is a symbol of sanctity and dignity of labor.
The International Workers’ Day is being celebrated across the world today, the Prime Minister said that on this day, the entire nation pays tribute to the working class.
The Prime Minister said that the nation appreciates the role and contribution of workers in the development of the country, Islam emphasizes the principles of social justice, equality and respect for human rights.
He said that Islam had set the guidelines for labor rights long before international labor laws.
He said that workers and employers are partners in the production process, the present government is determined to improve the working and living conditions of the workers.
The Prime Minister said that the government has increased the minimum wages of laborers from Rs.17,500 to Rs.25,000 per month, and the government is working to develop an automated, integrated system for labor welfare institutions.
Shahbaz Sharif said that the present government has started vocational training and skill development programs, the role of labor is important for the economic development of any country.
He further said that the government is determined to translate the benefits of economic growth into prosperity for all sections of the population.
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