Muscat:The Ministry of Labour has reported a significant achievement in its employment and training initiatives for the year 2026, completing 89% of its target by the end of last September. This accomplishment translates to 53,525 employment and training opportunities out of a planned 60,000.

According to Oman News Agency, this achievement is a part of the broader National Employment Plan aimed at empowering national cadres and increasing job and vocational qualification opportunities across various sectors. The statistical indicators show that the Ministry reached a 95% completion rate for employment and replacement opportunities, with 41,024 positions filled. Employment-linked training opportunities reached 12,501, achieving a 74% completion rate. These efforts are designed to expand opportunities for job seekers and align training programs with labor market needs.

In the government sector, 14,235 employment opportunities were created, surpassing the target of 10,000. The private sector also contributed significantly, with 26,789 positions filled out of a targeted 33,000 for first-time employment. These figures highlight the collaborative role of government and private sectors in meeting employment targets and increasing national workforce participation in economic activities.

Furthermore, employment-linked training in the government sector exceeded expectations, with 2,370 opportunities completed against a target of 2,000. The private sector recorded 10,131 completed training opportunities out of 15,000 targeted. Such training efforts are focused on developing job seekers' skills, linking programs to real institutional needs, and enhancing sustainable employment prospects for national cadres.

Overall, the total employment, replacement, and employment-linked training opportunities amounted to 95,323, with 41,798 for individuals with previous work experience.