Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, Chaudhry Salik Hussain has assured full support for the workers and expressed commitment to addressing their problems.

In a podcast interview with Radio Pakistan, he paid tribute to the hard work of both male and female workers, emphasizing that it is because of them that the economy continues to move forward.

He highlighted that reforms are underway to ensure a safe and healthy working environment, as well as to guarantee proper training for workers.

Chaudhry Salik Hussain said the government is focused on training youth in various skills and ensuring their certification to improve their chances of securing employment opportunities abroad.

He also mentioned that Pakistan has ratified three International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions, which will open up more opportunities for Pakistani workers in Europe and other countries.

The Minister also discussed initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of workers. He said eighty nine hospitals and one hundred and twenty nine schools are operating under the Workers Welfare Fund.  He said there are also one hundred and sixty colonies which are providing accommodation to thousand of workers.

He also emphasized the need for legislation to ensure strict adherence to the minimum wage.