Minister of Labor and Social Security Vedat Işıkhan announced that the minimum wage effective for 2025 will be 22,104 TL. Minister Işıkhan's reference to Prophet Muhammad's words, "Give the worker his wage before his sweat dries," during his announcement became a trending topic on social media.
A surprise decision was reached regarding the minimum wage, which millions of workers had been waiting for with anticipation, to be effective from the new year. It was announced that the 4th meeting of the Minimum Wage Determination Commission, which was expected to be held on Thursday or Friday, would be held last night following a sudden decision.
The minimum wage was announced following the 4th meeting of the Minimum Wage Determination Commission.
POVERTY WAGE
The Minimum Wage Determination Commission, consisting of representatives from workers, employers, and the government, held its 4th meeting hosted by the Ministry of Labor and Social Security. Minister of Labor and Social Security Işıkhan announced that the minimum wage, effective from January 1, 2025, has been set at a net of 22,104 lira.
HE READ THE ADVICE OF PROPHET MUHAMMAD
While reactions poured in against the poverty wage deemed appropriate for the workers, Işıkhan's inclusion of Prophet Muhammad's words in his speech became a trending topic on social media. Before announcing the minimum wage, Minister Işıkhan included the words of Prophet Muhammad:
"The advice of our Prophet, 'Give the worker his wage before his sweat dries,' is a powerful call for virtue and justice that also reflects the essence of our civilization."
POST FROM ERDOĞAN
Following the announcement of the figure, AKP Chairman and President Erdoğan made a post on his social media account.
In his post, Erdoğan stated, "In 2025, the minimum wage will be implemented as 22,104 TL with a 30% increase. May it be auspicious for our country and our nation."
News Source : 12punto
