Your employment contract is the cornerstone of your relationship with your employer, outlining your rights, responsibilities, and the terms of engagement. In Oman, employment contracts are regulated by the Omani Labour Law, which establishes a legal framework to ensure equitable and transparent employment practices. In this blog, we delve into key aspects of your employment contract, as specified in Part 3 of the Labour Law.
Author: Duniya Al-Nabhani
Duniya Al-Nabhani is a law graduate from the University of Birmingham. She is currently an intern at Decree and has previously completed legal work experiences in private practice and in-house legal teams.
The Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion issued a new decision in this week’s issue of the Official Gazette that changes the list of prohibited activities for foreign investors by removing some activities and adding new ones. For example, the activity of specialised rehabilitation centres is removed, and the activity of marine fishing is added.
You can read the full text of the new decision in English on the link below:
Being at the top of the hierarchy of laws and regulations in Oman, familiarizing yourself with the Basic Statute of the State, i.e. the constitution, is very critical. This document sets the foundational legal framework that defines the principles, structure, and governance of Oman. Without knowledge of the Basic Statute of the State, no lawyer can reasonably interpret laws effectively, contribute to the legal system, uphold rights and freedoms, or engage in legal discussions. This blog post outlines five key points that everybody needs to know about the Basic Statute of the State.