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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has taken a significant step forward in modernizing its employment practices with the introduction of the 2025 amendments to the Labour Law. Approved by the Council of Ministers on August 6, 2024, these amendments mark a pivotal shift towards enhancing worker rights and aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
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