Saudi Arabia announces work ban to begin on June 15
Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development
Indian workers
Saudi Arabia announces mandatory employment test for Indians: Report
Launched in 2021, the Skill Verification Program (SVP) aims to ensure that only qualified professionals are allowed to work in Saudi Arabia
economic activities
Saudi Arabia announces expat companions can apply for jobs under ‘certain’ terms
The move was approved by Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Human Resources and Social Development
Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development
Saudi Arabia announces 2023 Ramadan working hours
Saudi Arabia Ramadan working hours revealed by Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development
Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development
Saudi Arabia considers 3-day weekend: reports
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development is considering a three-day weekend
domestic workers
Saudi Arabia approves 13 new jobs for women, female drivers and private tutors now allowed
Saudi Arabia updates list of domestic labour jobs available to women
Indian workers
Saudi Arabia launches Skill Verification Programme to certify Indian workers
Practical and written test of skilled workers will be carried out under the programme based on which they can apply for a Saudi work visa
Gender diversity
Women are getting more jobs than ever in changing Saudi Arabia
The scene is the opposite of what most workplaces in the conservative kingdom looked like a few years ago, reflecting the growing influx of women into the job market
investment funds
Saudi Arabia set to launch investment funds for non-profit sector
Jadwa Investment signs agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Affairs to launch two funds for non-profit organisations