Egypt UN Envoy Meets Labor Minister Ahead of Geneva Talks

Egypt's Permanent Representative to the United Nations and International Organizations in Geneva, Ambassador Alaa Hegazi, welcomed Labor Minister Hassan Raddad at Geneva International Airport on Saturday. Minister Raddad arrived to represent Egypt at the 114th session of the International Labor Conference (ILC), a significant event organized by the International Labor Organization (ILO) scheduled to run from June 1 to 12, 2026.

The minister is heading Egypt's tripartite delegation, which includes representatives from the government, employers, and workers. This delegation will actively participate in the conference, recognized as the largest international forum dedicated to labor issues. The Egyptian contingent is set to engage in plenary sessions and contribute to various technical committees.

During the conference, Minister Raddad is scheduled to deliver Egypt's official address. He will also conduct bilateral meetings with international officials and fellow labor ministers. The primary objectives of these meetings are to foster and strengthen cooperation in critical areas such as employment, vocational training, and social protection. Additionally, in his capacity as chairman of the Board of Directors of the Arab Labor Organization, Minister Raddad will chair the coordinating meetings for the Arab Group participating in the ILC.