Muscat ∙ Minister of Labor said that there is no intention to make the weekend holiday three days in Oman. Mahd Bin Said Al Buiwin. In response to the questions of the Majlis Shura members, the Minister stated that there is no aim to make the working day four days.
The minister also answered a question regarding raising the country’s minimum wage to 500 riyals with government support and paying job seekers until they find a job. Various studies have been conducted on the feasibility of raising the minimum wage. A study has been done that takes into account inflation and other factors. It has been submitted to the Cabinet. The minister said that he is waiting for the decision.
Meanwhile, the Minister of Labor said that more than 86,000 citizens have been provided jobs in the public and private sectors in Oman during the last two years. The Minister said that many strategic programs are being developed such as finding a new system for indigenization of jobs and formulating a national employment policy. Mahd Bin Said Al Buiwin said.
English Summary: Labour Minister clarifies stance regarding three-day weekend in Oman