Skouri Launches Consultations to Update Labor Laws and Incorporate the Digital Economy and Work Platforms
Following a recent international conference organized by the Competition Council in Marrakech on November 5, 2025, Minister of Economic Integration, Small Business, Employment, and Skills, Younes Skouri announced the start of extensive consultations next week. This initiative aims to align labor laws with the demands of e-commerce and invest in the digitization of the labor market, especially in light of the rise of digital platforms.
During his address, Skouri emphasized the government’s objective to “redefine the relationship between work and society.” He noted that reforming labor laws goes beyond technical amendments, involving a rethinking of the lifestyle and opportunities available to youth in the labor market. He stated that the era of confining employees to a fixed location and schedule is changing, as many young people now rely on digital platforms to earn an income that allows them to continue their studies and enhance their skills. This necessitates legislation that provides social protection and enables flexible employment with multiple employers.
Skouri explained that the government has been working for four years on structural reforms in the labor sector in partnership with social stakeholders, allocating a budget exceeding $5 billion for this purpose. He mentioned that 2025 will prioritize reforms to labor laws, beginning with the organization of part-time work as a first step.
He pointed out that the current discussion no longer revolves solely around the traditional relationship between employees and employers, but it now includes the individual’s freedom to choose their work style and manage their time, particularly for Generation Z. Skouri asserted that the existing legal framework does not allow workers to register with more than one employer at the same time in the social security system, stating that the government will address this issue.
Regarding the platform economy, the minister stressed the need to ensure a minimum level of protection for workers in this sector, arguing that “we cannot allow a model where young people work without guarantees.” He urged all economic actors to engage in this endeavor, reaffirming that the state aims to provide citizens with fair work options and a dignified life.
Skouri revealed that his ministry will initiate widespread consultations next week with unions, employers, and various stakeholders in the value chains to gather the necessary data for formulating solutions. He emphasized the need for a scientific approach and genuine listening since the subject involves working hours, effort distribution, and a new economic model.
He also highlighted the challenges faced by delivery service workers, such as wage determination based on the number of parcels and routes, which leads some to speed excessively in pursuit of maximizing deliveries. The minister indicated that the government is studying, in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport and Logistics, the possibility of training this group in traffic laws or providing a special license for practicing this profession.
