AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAI & Work Skills: A new report argues “durable skills” like empathy, conflict resolution, and ethical judgment are harder for AI to replace, pushing employers to value people skills alongside tech. US Labor Market: The U.S. added 172,000 jobs in May, beating forecasts, while unemployment claims ticked up in Ohio—good news for hiring, but not a smooth ride everywhere. Foreign Worker Rights: AP reports foreign workers on a Milan consulate project were paid under $2 an hour despite promises of fair wages, spotlighting wage theft risks in global contracting. Hiring Pathways: India’s Pratibha Setu portal is offering jobs to UPSC candidates who cleared stages but weren’t finally recommended—610 offers via 99 organizations by Feb 2026. Employment Compliance: Philippines labor officials may expand a probe tied to a foreign coach’s Alien Employment Permit, reminding institutions to follow hiring rules. Job Market Pressure: Coverage notes recent college grads face a tough market, with “early signs” of promise mixed with ongoing frustration. Scam Alert: Assam authorities uncovered a fake-certificate recruitment scheme used to secure central government jobs, threatening genuine candidates’ access to work.
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