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At a major UN labor conference, Saudi Arabia called for AI that protects workers while boosting productivity. The Kingdom showcased digital tools already helping 12 million workers navigate the tech revolution.
When Chile doubled maternity leave in 2011, new mothers stayed in formal employment at much higher rates than before. The biggest winners were women with the least job security and fewest childcare options.
A Nigerian state just cleared $3 million in pension debts and signed onto a landmark worker protection program that guarantees compensation for injured employees. The move affects thousands of civil servants and sets a new standard for labor rights in the region.
New research shows Seattle's delivery worker minimum pay law raised base wages but didn't boost overall earnings. The findings offer crucial lessons for cities nationwide trying to help gig workers.
Over 3 million South African workers will see bigger paychecks starting March 1st when the national minimum wage rises to R30.23 per hour. The increase will lift wages for some of the country's most vulnerable workers, including farm and domestic employees.