Empowering Youth: Oman marks Omani Youth Day
Published: 04:10 PM,Oct 26,2023 | EDITED : 08:10 PM,Oct 26,2023
Statistics revealed that the Omani youth population, aged 18 to 29, totals approximately 539,280 individuals
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman commemorated Omani Youth Day on Thursday which falls on the 26th of October each year, an occasion of profound significance that acknowledges the remarkable contributions of Omani youth to the nation' development.
The day serves as a national tribute to the pivotal role that the country's young population and how they take part in advancing the nation.
The observance of Youth Day goes beyond festivities; it serves as a moment of reflection and assessment. In the rapidly changing global and domestic landscape, it provides a platform to examine the reality, challenges, and aspirations of Omani youth.
The occasion underscores the need for enhanced cooperation among various stakeholders, with a shared goal of empowering youth and affording them greater opportunities to engage in national development programs, in alignment with the ambitious vision of Oman 2040. These young individuals are tirelessly striving to uplift the nation across scientific, practical, and literary domains.
Youth Day serves as a powerful message from His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin TariK, underscoring the vital role of the nation's youth.
Statistics from the National Center for Statistics and Information revealed that the Omani youth population, aged 18 to 29, totals approximately 539,280 individuals, constituting 18 per cent of the nation's total population.
Regarding the ownership percentage among Omani youth in the age group 18 to 29 years, 8.9 per cent own land, 4.2 per cent own residential units, and 22.1 per cent own vehicles.
Omani youth are ambitious, effective, and dedicated, putting all their efforts into advancing the country if they are given opportunities that are not always available to everyone.
The day serves as a national tribute to the pivotal role that the country's young population and how they take part in advancing the nation.
The observance of Youth Day goes beyond festivities; it serves as a moment of reflection and assessment. In the rapidly changing global and domestic landscape, it provides a platform to examine the reality, challenges, and aspirations of Omani youth.
The occasion underscores the need for enhanced cooperation among various stakeholders, with a shared goal of empowering youth and affording them greater opportunities to engage in national development programs, in alignment with the ambitious vision of Oman 2040. These young individuals are tirelessly striving to uplift the nation across scientific, practical, and literary domains.
Youth Day serves as a powerful message from His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin TariK, underscoring the vital role of the nation's youth.
Statistics from the National Center for Statistics and Information revealed that the Omani youth population, aged 18 to 29, totals approximately 539,280 individuals, constituting 18 per cent of the nation's total population.
Regarding the ownership percentage among Omani youth in the age group 18 to 29 years, 8.9 per cent own land, 4.2 per cent own residential units, and 22.1 per cent own vehicles.
Omani youth are ambitious, effective, and dedicated, putting all their efforts into advancing the country if they are given opportunities that are not always available to everyone.