Oman’s labour body secures 87 job reinstatements in April
Published: 05:05 PM,May 17,2025 | EDITED : 11:05 PM,May 17,2025
Two new trade unions were formed in April, according to GFOW.
MUSCAT: The General Federation of Oman Workers (GFOW) reported a rise in labour-related disputes and collective job termination notices in April 2025, reinforcing its active role in safeguarding employment stability and promoting fair labour practices across the Sultanate.
According to the Federation’s latest bulletin, four private sector companies submitted notifications involving the collective termination of 974 employees due to economic conditions. The GFOW’s relevant committee approved the termination of 16 non-Omani workers, while also securing the reinstatement of 87 Omani employees through formal mediation processes.
During the same period, the GFOW supported workers in 14 cases of individual and collective complaints, which were addressed through dialogue and negotiation sessions. Of these, eight cases were resolved, while six remain ongoing.
Legal awareness among the workforce also increased, as the Federation responded to 76 legal inquiries and consultations covering issues such as wages, leave entitlements, contract terms, and working hours.
In terms of union organisation, two new trade unions were formed in April. Additionally, three existing trade unions completed alignment procedures to meet national legal requirements.
Committees under the GFOW held structured meetings to evaluate employer requests for workforce reduction and to assess complaints related to deteriorating working conditions. The Federation stressed that all measures taken were based on legal due diligence and guided by the principle of prioritising Omani job retention.
The GFOW stated that key employment issues addressed during the month included wage disputes, leave entitlements, contract terminations, project completion concerns, and demands for improved working conditions. These issues remain central to the Federation’s mandate under the goals of Oman Vision 2040, which promotes labour market resilience, fair governance, and economic participation.
In a statement, the Federation reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating social dialogue and protecting the rights of workers through institutional mechanisms and union support. It also urged employers to enhance transparency and engage proactively in resolving disputes.
According to the Federation’s latest bulletin, four private sector companies submitted notifications involving the collective termination of 974 employees due to economic conditions. The GFOW’s relevant committee approved the termination of 16 non-Omani workers, while also securing the reinstatement of 87 Omani employees through formal mediation processes.
During the same period, the GFOW supported workers in 14 cases of individual and collective complaints, which were addressed through dialogue and negotiation sessions. Of these, eight cases were resolved, while six remain ongoing.
Legal awareness among the workforce also increased, as the Federation responded to 76 legal inquiries and consultations covering issues such as wages, leave entitlements, contract terms, and working hours.
In terms of union organisation, two new trade unions were formed in April. Additionally, three existing trade unions completed alignment procedures to meet national legal requirements.
Committees under the GFOW held structured meetings to evaluate employer requests for workforce reduction and to assess complaints related to deteriorating working conditions. The Federation stressed that all measures taken were based on legal due diligence and guided by the principle of prioritising Omani job retention.
The GFOW stated that key employment issues addressed during the month included wage disputes, leave entitlements, contract terminations, project completion concerns, and demands for improved working conditions. These issues remain central to the Federation’s mandate under the goals of Oman Vision 2040, which promotes labour market resilience, fair governance, and economic participation.
In a statement, the Federation reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating social dialogue and protecting the rights of workers through institutional mechanisms and union support. It also urged employers to enhance transparency and engage proactively in resolving disputes.