The Global Labour Market Conferences (GLMC) will take place at the King Abdul Aziz International Conference Centre (KAICC) in Riyadh on January 26-27, 2026.

The Global Labour Market Conference (GLMC), under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, returns for its third edition. Building on the success of previous editions, it aims to address emerging labour market challenges through collaboration, innovation, and policy leadership. Decision-makers and experts are the target audience for the 2026 GLMC to tackle challenges, enhance learning and development, support initiatives for employees and employers, and examine policies aimed at improving international labour market performance. Moreover, the Conference aims to unite all stakeholders in labour markets, including government policymakers, private sector representatives, international organisations, academics, and entrepreneurs, to develop and improve labour markets' prosperity. Furthermore, the GLMC conference promotes global discussions on labour market trends, market conditions, opportunities, and future projects using analysis, research, and thought leadership tools. The Saudi Council of Ministers approved an amendment to the labour system to enhance the work environment, support sustainable development, and align with the Kingdom's labour strategy and international agreements. Besides, the initiative seeks to boost the local market, strengthen job stability, protect contractual rights, cultivate human resources, enhance training opportunities, and expand job prospects for citizens. The new revisions, which comprise 38 articles with seven removed and two added, went into effect after a thorough investigation that included surveying over 1,300 people and benchmarking labour systems globally. Read more: G[P]RC Summit, 2026