Egyptian Consulate and Aqaba Facilities Management Company Discuss Conditions of Egyptian Workers
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The Consul of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Aqaba, Mr. Ibrahim Abdel-Azim Al-Kholy, met with the Director General of Aqaba Facilities Management Company, Mr. Yasser Al-Shawabke, to discuss a number of issues and topics related to the conditions of Egyptian workers in Aqaba Governorate, in the presence of the Deputy Consul, Ms. Rahma Khaled.
During the meeting, both sides emphasized the importance of enhancing cooperation and coordination to support Egyptian workers in Aqaba and to enhance their commitment to the legislation and regulations in force in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
Al-Shawabke expressed his appreciation for the ongoing cooperation with the Egyptian Consulate, praising the role played by Egyptian workers and their contributions in various fields of work and production, and their commitment to the laws, regulations, and instructions in force.
The meeting also addressed the importance of organizing and strengthening official and announced channels for recruitment for Egyptian workers wishing to work in Aqaba, and the need to resort to direct and official authorities and channels, avoiding dealing with unauthorized intermediaries.
Both sides stressed the importance of intensifying awareness for those wishing to work in Jordan, especially regarding legal and safe recruitment procedures, to protect workers' rights and prevent them from falling victim to any illegal practices or bearing burdens and problems that can be avoided by following official channels.
