ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan in their messages on the eve of Labour Day today (Wednesday) reiterated the government commitment to effectively protect the rights of workers to help them meet emerging challenges of globalization.

The President in his message said Government will do its utmost to ameliorate and improve the socio-economic conditions of workers. He said this day is not only a reminder of the struggle of workers but also an acknowledgement of their importance for national growth and progress.

The Prime Minister in his message said the labour day also affords us an opportunity to recognize the valuable contribution being made by the workers.

He said dividends of inclusive economic growth cannot be realized if the workers are deprived of their due rights and opportunities. The Prime Minister said workers are our partners in growth and development.

The Prime Minister said government is endeavoring to strengthen the labour market and have a plan to create 10 million jobs over five years in key sectors like housing, SMEs, health, education, green economy and tourism.

Imran Khan in his message felicitating the workers invited to become partner of the government in realizing Naya Pakistan. Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said the working class is at the forefront in bringing change.

In his messages on the eve of Labour Day, he said Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf accepts the struggle of workers. He said the previous governments neglected the workers but, now this will not happen again. He said workers from around the world are still compelled to work hard for their livelihood.