Politics
Egypt labor minister unveils 3-million-job target in 2027-2030 transformation program
October 23, 2026 at 08:00 AM
Labor Minister Hassan Raddad presented his ministry's 2027-2030 economic transformation targets at the Egypt Forum 2026 session in the New Administrative Capital.
- Raddad said the ministry aims to provide 3 million jobs and cut unemployment from 5.8 percent to 5.5 percent through expanded vocational training and private-sector partnerships.
- He outlined plans to launch a digital labor platform and create seven VIP centers with the private sector for foreign work permits and startup support.
- Raddad said the ministry will activate the National Wages Council, expand insurance coverage for private-sector workers, and draft legislation regulating domestic workers.