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The UAE introduces voluntary pensions to replace end-of-service indemnities, joining an increasing trend of reforms across the GCC countries

Oman: Regulatory framework governing migrant workers

The country briefs map the key legal provisions dealing with migrant workers in eight Arab countries, summarizing the legal rules about who pays for recruitment, whether passport confiscation is prohibited by law, minimum working conditions including wages, working hours and rest periods, how to lodge grievances, and brief details of each country’s sponsorship regime.

ILO Launches Flagship Study on Extending Social Protection to Migrant Workers in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Countries

Social protection coverage for national and migrant workers in the formal private sector in the GCC countries.

The infographic charts the systems of social protection available for workers in the private sector in each country of the GCC.

GCC maritime stakeholders explore application of the Maritime Labour Convention

A training workshop held in Oman explored the practical applications of the ILO Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 in the GCC region.

Towards a New Oman Decent Work Country Programme

The ILO constituents in Oman and the ILO have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a new Decent Work Country Programme that reflects the latest priorities of Oman, the ILO’s Social Justice Declaration and other key developments. Work is ongoing to complete this DWCP by the end of 2023.

A returnee raised her income and improved her skills

Migrant workers who lack proper information usually end up extending their stay, despite their visas having expired, putting them in danger of being classified as irregular/undocumented migrants. Migrants are even more vulnerable in such situations and face numerous challenges, including labour rights violations, abuses, and exploitation.

Far-reaching reforms in Oman set new benchmark for social protection in the region

An overview of the key features of the ambitious reforms which fundamentally reshape the social protection landscape in Oman.

Ambitious reforms in Oman pave way to universal social protection

Newly approved legislation, developed with the support of the ILO, radically reshapes the social protection system in the Sultanate and is set to become a reference for countries in the region.

Review of National Social Protection Legislation and Legal Frameworks for Migrant Workers in the Gulf Countries

Extending social protection to migrant workers in the Gulf Countries

Reforming end-of-service indemnity for migrant workers in Member States of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC)

Policy options for the progressive realization of international social security standards

Social protection coverage for national and migrant workers in the Arab World

The factsheet highlights important points such as the coverage for old age, disability, and survivors, employment injury, sickness, medical care, maternity, unemployment, and family benefits.

Ground-breaking reforms in Oman pave the way for a new social protection model in Gulf Cooperation Council countries

New draft law reflects an ambitious set of reforms which will lead to the modernization and redesign of the social protection system in Oman.

The Arab States and Asia Pacific Employers Leaders Network held for first time in Saudi Arabia

Digital transformation, income diversification, evolving consumer needs, social dialogue, international trade cooperation, change management and internal management were among the core issues discussed by employer representatives at the meeting in Riyadh.

Oman Country Profile: Productivity growth, diversification, and structural change in the Arab States

ILO leads MENA leadership programme to promote a just transition to a green future of work

Worker, employer and government representatives from the region met online to gain a better understanding gained a better understanding of how to shape policies to implement climate change commitments.

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ILO Constituents Re-affirm the Importance of Social Dialogue as a path towards formalization and Decent Work for Youth in the Middle East and North Africa region

The ILO Constituents agreed to a framework for action in the region on the 2nd day of the first regional meeting of the Social Dialogue for Formalization and Employability in the Southern Neighbourhood Region (SOLIFEM) Project, which took place in Algiers, in collaboration with the Algerian Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security. SOLIFEM is co-financed by the European Union and the ILO.

Skills needs in the Oman labour market: An employer survey

Based on desk research and a survey of 106 firms in Oman, conducted between May and June 2022, the report aims to assess Oman’s skills mix and needs an to help Omani businesses, policymakers, workers organizations, and employers and business membership organizations (EBMOs) to better assess policy options, especially as they pertain to the skills development of nationals and to skills-based international recruitment. If conducted regularly, the survey can be used to help assess the skills and competency gaps of the Omani workforce and identify the sectors and occupations where firms are having difficulty recruiting, with a view to recommending measures with respect to reskilling and upskilling.

Decent Work in Arab States

A new pledge to advance decent work in Oman

The ILO and Omani tripartite partners have agreed to develop a new Decent Work Country Programme to promote the Decent Work Agenda in the Sultanate.

Maritime Labour Convention

Oman: 100th Member State to ratify the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006, as amended (MLC, 2006)

Oman is the 100th Member State of the ILO to have ratified the Convention.