AMMAN — Mazen Maaytah, president of the
General Federationof Jordanian Trade Unions, revealed that the number of workers in the private
sector in Jordan is estimated to be around 2.2 million workers.
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His statement came on
the occasion of
International Workers' Day, which falls on the first Monday of
May each year.
According to Hala News, Maaytah stressed the
importance of providing job security and preventing workers from losing their jobs.
The federation concentrates on resolving labor issues,
particularly in establishments and institutions facing difficult financial
circumstances. This approach aims to prevent an increase in unemployment and
reduce high unemployment rates.
Declining workers' rights in various sectors
Maaytah also noted that
workers' rights have relatively declined in various sectors. Many work environments face challenges that
prevent them from providing a decent work environment. Despite these
challenges, the unions, through collective bargaining agreements, he said, have achieved many accomplishments and gains
in various economic sectors.
Maaytah emphasized that
achieving economic and social development can only be done by providing decent and secure employment
opportunities that guarantee workers' rights and respect them.
This approach is in the national interest as it helps to
achieve
decent work standards and improve workers' rights, as stipulated by the
laws and regulations.
Youth unemployment rate at alarming levels
Maaytah warned of the serious repercussions of the
problem of unemployment, which is spreading widely among young people.
Unemployment, he added, affects their future and their role
in society and nation-building. He pointed out that official statistics
indicate that the
unemployment rate among young people in the age group of
15–24 is 47.2 percent.
According to the latest report from the World Bank, youth
unemployment rates have reached unprecedented levels, reaching 50 percent.
Maaytah emphasized the need to find effective
solutions to the problem of unemployment.
He stated that young people are a significant force in
society, and their unemployment exacerbates devastating social consequences.
