MUSCAT: Following the termination of some Omani citizens from a number of private sector companies, the Ministry of Labour on Thursday confirmed that it is closely following the cases.

In a statement issued, the Ministry said it is working to find solutions. “In the context of what is being circulated regarding the termination of services of some national workforce from a number of private sector institutions, the Ministry of Labour would like to confirm that it is following up on these cases and is in constant contact with the concerned parties to find a solution in a way that achieves job stability and security for the national workforce,” Ministry said.

“The Ministry affirms that it is keen to keep the national workforce on top of their priority in accordance with what is regulated by the Labour Law. Based on the directives from the Supreme Committee private sector institutions and companies are requested maintain the continuity of the work of the national workforce and not to terminate their services,” Ministry added.