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Jordan News
a day ago
- Politics
- Jordan News
Ministry of Labor: Suspension of Foreign Labor Recruitment Does Not Include Domestic Workers - Jordan News
On Thursday, the Ministry of Labor confirmed that the suspension of recruiting non-Jordanian labor does not include the recruitment of domestic workers. اضافة اعلان The Ministry's spokesperson, Mohammad Al-Ziyoud, stated that domestic workers have a special system, and their recruitment is carried out through recruitment offices licensed by the Ministry of Labor. The Ministry announced the suspension of recruiting non-Jordanian labor starting Thursday, clarifying that it 'will not reopen the recruitment window' again except after conducting studies. Al-Ziyoud explained that the decision to suspend recruitment came after it had been open for three months to meet the needs of employers in several economic sectors for non-Jordanian labor. He emphasized that the Ministry will only reopen recruitment after a thorough and comprehensive study of the labor market. Al-Ziyoud affirmed that the Ministry will continue its inspection campaigns, carried out in cooperation with the Ministry of Interior and the Public Security Directorate across all governorates of the Kingdom, to control illegal non-Jordanian labor and take legal actions against employers who hire such labor. He added that the inspection campaigns also aim to verify that the non-Jordanian labor recruited by private sector establishments in various sectors is actually working there, stressing that strict measures will be taken against establishments found to have non-working foreign labor. These measures include suspending recruitment and use of labor for the violating establishment and not renewing work permits issued in its name.
Arab Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Arab Times
2,530 undocumented residents granted driving licenses
KUWAIT CITY, May 29: The Central System for the Remedy of Situations of Illegal Residents announced on Thursday that 2,530 new driving licenses were issued (for the first time) for undocumented residents during 2024, in cooperation with the General Department of Traffic at the Ministry of Interior. The Director of the Information Department Abdullah Al-Farhan said to KUNA that 29,256 driving licenses were renewed from January 1 to the end of December last year. Al-Farhan added that Al-Jahra Governorate ranked first with 1,516 licenses issued, followed by Al-Asimah with 325 licenses, then Al-Farwaniya with 314 licenses, then Al-Ahmadi with 269 licenses, Mubarak Al-Kabeer with 59 licenses, and Hawalli with 46 licenses, and only one license for the new electronic traffic services was issued. He noted that 'obtaining licenses is accessible for those holding valid cards and over the age of 18,' adding that 'the process of issuing driver's licenses comes following Cabinet Resolution No. (409/2011) related to providing a number of advantages and services for residents living illegally. Al-Farhan praised the ongoing cooperation with the Ministry of Interior regarding the issuance and renewal of driving licenses for resident living illegally (KUNA)
Saba Yemen
2 days ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Gaza Interior Ministry: Israeli enemy provides air cover for thieves to target security personnel
Gaza – Saba: The Ministry of Interior and National Security in the Gaza Strip reported on Thursday that the Israeli enemy is providing air cover for thieves in the Gaza Strip to target security personnel. The ministry said in a statement that Israeli enemy aircraft targeted a group of police officers on Thursday afternoon, killing 11 Palestinians, including children and police officers, and wounding dozens. The ministry stated that the attack occurred in a densely populated area while police officers were performing their duties near the Al-Saraya intersection in central Gaza City, according to Quds Press. The ministry explained that the police officers were performing their duties, confronting a group of thieves, when enemy aircraft launched an airstrike that directly targeted them, resulting in the deaths of martyrs and injuries among passersby, in a new massacre that adds to the record of the enemy's crimes against the Palestinian people. It confirmed that "investigations revealed coordination between the thieves, led by agents, and enemy aircraft, which provide them with air cover to target security personnel." It added that "this integration of roles seeks to create chaos and spread terror among citizens, as part of an organized criminal scheme." The Ministry of Interior emphasized its continued commitment to its national duty to protect the lives and property of citizens despite the heavy losses among its personnel. It emphasized that the perpetrators of these crimes, both agents and thieves, "will not escape punishment, and that seeking refuge with the Israeli enemy will not protect them from justice." The Ministry called on Palestinian families to "assume their national and moral responsibilities at this sensitive stage and to lift the cover from anyone who colludes with the enemy or contributes to threatening the security of society." It affirmed its determination to continue strict field measures to protect public safety. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (International)
Iraqi News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Iraqi News
UN: Iraqi Ministry of Interior Successful in Combating Human Trafficking
Baghdad – INA The United Nations confirmed on Thursday that the Iraqi Ministry of Interior has succeeded in combating human trafficking crimes, noting that it arrested more than 1,000 suspects during 2024. The organization said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "The Iraqi Ministry of Interior has succeeded in combating human trafficking and arrested more than 1,000 suspects in 2024." The statement added that "the Iraqi Ministry of Interior has implemented anti-drug programs as part of its 2025-2030 National Strategy," indicating that "the ministry has activated hotlines and units to support children who are victims of violence and trafficking." The statement confirmed that "the Iraqi Ministry of Interior has linked the Anti-Human Trafficking Department with the Secret Services Department to enhance the fight against transnational crime." It also indicated that "the Iraqi Ministry of Interior has strengthened the role of the civil police to monitor and address corporal punishment against children."
Saudi Gazette
2 days ago
- Saudi Gazette
Interior Ministry penalizes 26 Hajj permit offenders
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Ministry of Interior has penalized 10 expatriates and 16 Saudi citizens for violating Hajj rules and regulations. The ministry announced that Hajj Security Forces have arrested them at the entry points to Makkah while transporting 83 individuals who did not possess the required permits to perform Hajj. The seasonal administrative committees under the ministry have issued decisions against the transporters, their accomplices, and those who were provided with transportation. The penalties included imprisonment, fines of up to SR100,000, publicizing names of violators in the local media at their own expense, deportation of residents, and a 10-year ban on reentry into the Kingdom following the completion of their sentence. The ministry also called for the judicial confiscation of vehicles used in the unauthorized transport of pilgrims and emphasized that individuals attempting to perform Hajj without a permit may face a fine of up to SR20,000. The ministry urged all citizens and residents to strictly comply with Hajj regulations and instructions to safeguard the safety and security of pilgrims as well as to enable them to perform their rituals in ease and comfort.
