UAE chairs 11th meeting of BRICS Employment Working Group

The UAE has chaired the 11th Meeting of the Employment Working Group (EWG) of the BRICS countries, held on 25th April 2025 in the Brazilian capital, Brasília.

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Heading the meeting reflects the UAE’s central role and the prominent position it has established within BRICS since joining the group nearly two years ago, and highlights the added value that its pioneering experience in labour market development brings to the table.

The meeting discussed means to address pressing social and employment issues confronting labour markets, including technological advancements and climate change - emerging matters that negatively impact labour markets and require developing inclusive and just governance models for labour and employment policies.

Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, and Acting Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, asserted the UAE’s commitment to promoting greater cooperation among BRICS countries to ensure the workforce’s readiness in the face of rapid technological change, facilitate a just climate transition, and build a more sustainable future.

“Artificial intelligence has become a pillar of the UAE's global positioning as a destination of choice for living, working, and investment,” he said in his address. “Al provides a real opportunity to improve quality of life, increase productivity, and elevate societal wellbeing. The UAE is committed to deploying Al across all sectors, building a strong base of national talent, and developing a sustainable and prosperous economic ecosystem.”