Doha: Represented by the Labor Market Information and Research Department, the Ministry of Labor participated today in the 'Economist Roundtable' organized by the Middle East Council on Global Affairs to discuss challenges in Qatar's labor market. This initiative is part of the ministry's efforts to strengthen cooperative relations with research institutes and study centers. This participation falls within the framework of ongoing cooperation between the Ministry of Labor, the International Labour Organization (ILO), and other relevant stakeholders. The discussions centered on identifying labor market challenges and exploring effective strategies to address the skills gap in critical sectors of the Qatari economy. In this context, Director of the Labor Market Information and Research Department at the Ministry of Labor, Hussain Ali Al Hababi said that this engagement aligns with the ministry's commitment to achieving Qatar National Vision 2030, noting that this vision aims to address the skills gap in the p rivate sector, enhance national workforce participation in the labor market, attract highly skilled expatriate workers, and foster a knowledge-based economy. The discussions also covered strategies for enhancing efficiency and fostering innovation to advance Qatar's labor market. A key initiative presented at the meeting was the 'Enterprise Skills Survey' (ESS), which aims to collect comprehensive data from employers on current and future skill needs across various strategic economic sectors. This survey embodies the Ministry of Labor's vision to strengthen the competitiveness of Qatar's labor market and achieve sustainable development objectives. It seeks to contribute to building a robust economy that meets the population's needs and ensures a high standard of living for the Qatari people, both now and in the future. Source: Qatar News Agency