Among all six GCC nations, Oman’s new Labour Law (Sultani Decree No. 53/2023) stands out as the most progressive and comprehensive
The holiday does not apply to employees working shifts or those involved in providing essential public services or managing vital infrastructure
UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman confirm extended public holidays for private sector workers in celebration of Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha 2025
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations dominated the rankings, with Oman joining Qatar in the top five and Saudi Arabia securing the 14th spot
March 30 is expected to be the first day of Eid al-Fitr 1446 AH in Qatar
GCC welfare systems can be enhanced by strengthening coherence among social protection programmes, expanding the social insurance offering, and focusing on the economic activation of social assistance beneficiaries
Growth in Saudi Arabia is projected to grow by 4.1 per cent this year, rising to 4.2 per cent next year
S-commerce has several other factors going in its favour
Forecast shows GDP to grow at 6.1 per cent this year; with the GCC surplus to reach $27bn
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