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Oman Approves Traffic Diversions and New Remote Work Regulations

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 20
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The Council of Ministers in Oman approved a traffic diversion plan to manage congestion related to the Muscat Expressway Project. Separately, a new ministerial decision regulating remote work was implemented, setting provisions for both employers and employees. This regulation allows remote work to be partial or full, provided duties are performed using information and communication technology tools within Oman.

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Why it matters

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The regulations aim to support a more innovative and sustainable future of work in Oman. The new rules require establishments to supply necessary ICT tools and maintain official lists of remote workers. This shift could influence how businesses manage labor costs and operational logistics in the Sultanate.

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Who's involved

  • Council of MinistersExecutive authority that approved the traffic diversion plan and the remote work law.
  • OmanThe sovereign state where the traffic diversion and remote work regulations apply.
  • Ministry of LabourThe ministry that issued the ministerial decision regulating remote work.

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