Localization Enhancement: Impl...

Article 42 of the Saudi labor system constitutes a fundamental part of the legislative framework aimed at improving the employment status of Saudi workers and enabling their greater participation in the labor market. This article stipulates the obligation of employers to prepare their Saudi employees and develop their skills and competencies in various technical, managerial, and professional fields, with the aim of gradually replacing non-Saudi workers in jobs that can be successfully performed by Saudi workers.

This article responds to a clear vision to enhance national capabilities and provide employment opportunities for Saudi citizens. Employers are required to prepare specialized training and development plans to enhance the Saudi workforce and enable them to assume key positions in the labor market.

Under this article, employers must prepare records containing details of Saudi workers who have been employed to fill positions previously occupied by non-Saudi workers, while adhering to the conditions and regulations specified in the labor laws. These measures come within the framework of the Saudi government's efforts to achieve balance in the labor market and encourage the business sector to invest in the development and training of Saudi personnel, thereby enhancing the vocational independence of citizens and contributing to the growth of the national economy.

This article embodies one of the government's policies aimed at achieving sustainable development and promoting localization in the Saudi labor market. It represents a significant step towards building a strong and stable workforce reliant on qualified and trained Saudi human resources.