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Over 1,594 arrested and 600 jobs created during Khareef season by Oman’s Ministry of Labour

The Ministry of Labour in Oman has completed a series of inspection campaigns in Dhofar Governorate, arresting over 1,500 labour law violators.

TAS News Service

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Thursday, September 26, 2024

MUSCAT : The Ministry of Labour, through the Directorate General of Labour in Dhofar Governorate, has successfully conducted an extensive inspection campaign during the Dhofar Khareef season, which ran from June 21 to September 21, 2024.

A total of 1,594 violators were arrested, including 611 individuals occupying Omanized professions reserved for the national workforce.

In addition to enforcing labour regulations, the Ministry’s efforts have also facilitated the creation of over 600 job opportunities for Omani citizens.

The Ministry extended its gratitude to both government institutions and private sector businesses for their cooperation in ensuring a decent and safe work environment for all.

The Ministry of Labor also emphasized the importance of adhering to the Labor Law and its implementing regulations to maintain a robust and attractive labour market, particularly for small and medium enterprise (SME) owners and job seekers across various sectors.


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