The head of the United Nations labor agency says it has good relations with Saudi Arabia during an ongoing investigation of alleged rights abuses by the 2034 World Cup host.

Geopolitical tensions, the rising costs of climate change and unresolved debt issues are putting labour markets under pressure, according to a new report from the International Labour Organization (ILO) published on Thursday.

Economic growth slowed to 3.2% in 2024, down from 3.3% in 2023 and 3.6% in 2022, and is projected to further decelerate.

A complaint accusing Saudi Arabia of abusing migrant workers has been deemed admissible by the UN labour agency, it said Thursday, amid fears that abuse could swell as the country prepares to host the 2034 World Cup.

The head of the United Nations labour agency says it has good relations with Saudi Arabia during an ongoing investigation of alleged rights abuses by the 2034 World Cup host, and aims to send more expert staff to Riyadh.

The UN labour agency's director general praises constructive ties with Saudi Arabia during an investigation into rights abuses linked to the 2034 World Cup.

Geopolitical tensions, rising climate costs, and debt issues are further straining efforts to create decent work, says International Labor Organization - Anadolu Ajansı

The world economy has made significant strides in mitigating inflation, unemployment, and poverty. Despite this, global growth is sluggish.