Labour Forum 2025 Launches in Salalah: Key Insights for Investors and Business Owners in Oman
The Ministry of Labour has inaugurated Labour Forum 2025 in Salalah, under the patronage of Dr. Mahad bin Said Ba’owain, Minister of Labour. The event is drawing over 1,000 participants from Oman and abroad, focused on shaping the future of Oman’s labour market in alignment with Vision 2040.
The forum presents 33 working papers addressing key issues such as employment challenges, skills development, emerging technologies, and global labour trends. Attendees include senior officials, business leaders, and international experts.
Nasser Al Hadhrami, Director-General of Labour in Dhofar, emphasized, “Oman is advancing with bold reforms to establish a competitive and inclusive labour market.”
Running until August 14, the forum features sessions on youth innovation, government transformation, and occupational safety. Key strategic partners for the event include the Oman Chamber of Commerce, the General Federation of Oman Workers, and the Arab Labour Organization.
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The Labour Forum 2025 signals Oman’s commitment to modernizing its workforce aligned with Vision 2040, creating a fertile ground for businesses to leverage new skills and technologies. For investors and entrepreneurs, this represents a prime opportunity to engage in emerging sectors and workforce development initiatives, while also preparing to navigate evolving regulatory and safety standards. Smart stakeholders should focus on partnerships and innovations that align with Oman’s strategic labor reforms to stay ahead in a competitive, inclusive market.
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