Global Labor Markets: GCC News Digest

July 28 - August 17, 2019

New UAE work permits will allow companies to hire sons and husbands

Filipinos urged to avoid job hunting on UAE tourist visas after dozens sent home

Revealed: the UAE's plan to bridge education, labour market gap

UAE ministries launch new drive to create 2,000 jobs for Emiratis

Saudi Arabia to Ban Foreigners From Slew of Hospitality Jobs

Advanced training course for trade union members

New privatisation law will keep Omani employees safe

Oman extends visa ban on hiring expats

Omanisation rate in private sector continues to rise

Saudi to levy hefty fines on private firms that do not pay salaries on time