Salalah: The Conference on Government Transformation and Sustainable Leadership began today in the Wilayat of Salalah, the Governorate of Dhofar.
Organised by the Ministry of Labour over three days as part of the Labour Forum 2025, the conference brings together experts and specialists from Oman and other GCC countries.
The opening ceremony was held under the auspices of Sheikh Salim Mustahail Al Maashani, Advisor at the Diwan of Royal Court, with the attendance of Dr. Mahad Said Ba'owain, Minister of Labour, and a number of officials.
In his speech, Nasser Salim Al Hadrami, Director General of the Directorate General of Labour in Dhofar, affirmed the Ministry's commitment to building an integrated system of innovation and empowerment. He highlighted the launch of qualitative initiatives that contribute to human resource development and the preparation of a generation of leaders capable of driving transformation.
He also pointed to recent achievements in developing policies, digital platforms, leadership programs, and capacity-building, as well as implementing projects that enhance partnerships with the private and academic sectors.
The conference program includes dialogue sessions and workshops that address key issues related to labor market transformations and future skills. It showcases the latest technologies and work strategies to foster innovation, professional development, and increased productivity. Sessions will also cover topics such as behavioral engineering, government leadership, competencies, talent empowerment, and smart management.
The first session, titled "Modern Organizational Structures: From Bureaucracy to Institutional Agility," presented working papers on institutional challenges in administrative bodies, tools for organizational restructuring and re-engineering procedures, and international practical case studies.
During the opening ceremony, a memorandum of cooperation was signed between the Directorate General of Labour in Dhofar Governorate and Salalah Port Services Company.
This agreement aims to strengthen the partnership between the public and private sectors and support the Ministry of Labour's efforts in human resource development and the employment of job seekers, thereby serving the public interest.
The conference aims to stimulate innovation and professional development and to review the latest technologies and innovations in the labour market to increase productivity. It also seeks to promote social dialogue and professional communication to foster fruitful cooperation among specialists and stakeholders, provide a decent work environment, and improve labor policies in line with economic and technological developments.
