MUSCAT : The meeting assessed opportunities for public-private partnerships in furthering the Governorate’s plans to empower Omani youth. It focused on exploring ways to involve young Omanis in programmes that develop their skills and meet the requirements of entrepreneurship as well as the local labour market.

During the discussions, participants emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts between the Governorate, UTAS, and specialised consulting firms to develop initiatives tailored to the needs of young Omanis. The participants also deliberated on the possibility of organising events and workshops that offer innovative capacity programmes and solutions related to knowledge and skills development.

Highlighting the significance of the meeting, Nishad Padiyarath, CEO of TAS, stated, “We are excited to work with Muscat Governorate and UTAS to create meaningful opportunities for Omani youth. This collaboration is a significant step towards building a strong support system that equips young people with the necessary tools for success.”

The meeting marked the beginning of what is expected to be a series of discussions aimed at finalising plans for future initiatives that will empower Omani youth and prepare them for the challenges ahead.
The inaugural session of the discussion featured participation from Nishad Padiyarath, Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Al Mamari, Assistant Vice Chancellor of UTAS, members of the Muscat Governorate officials, as well as representatives from consultation firms.

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