employment program has kicked off to a bright start with a number of private sector companies listing vacancies on the ministry's website. This is according to Dr. Abdul Wahid Al-Humaid, Deputy Minister of Labor. He said the registration of vacancies by business owners serves as a proof that the private sector is serious and determined to employ Saudi job seekers. He called on the private sector to continue its cooperation with the ministry so that it can benefit from the ministry's concessions. The registration of vacancies will effectively help to employ citizens and reduce the rate of unemployment among Saudi youth. He said the ministry is also encouraging the youth to register their qualifications on the ministry's e