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Child labor cases top 129 in 7 months of 2026
The article focused on the efforts of the Jordanian Ministry of Labour in combating child labor during the first seven months of 2026. During this period, 129 cases of child labor were detected, along with inspection campaigns carried out on 2,491 establishments. The report clarifies that the Labor Law specifies the age at which a child or minor can be employed, and sets protective conditions, such as prohibiting the employment of children under 16 in hazardous or strenuous jobs. The ministry indicated that the phenomenon of child labor does not reflect the true scale of the problem; the most recent national survey conducted in 2016 estimated around 69,000 child workers, highlighting the need for new surveys. The sectors where children are employed include trade, agriculture, and manufacturing industries. The ministry is working in partnership with other entities to reduce this phenomenon, aiming to protect children's interests and provide a safe and healthy environment.
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