LMRA CEO Receives Omani Delegation to Discuss Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts
According to Bahrain News Agency, the CEO highlighted the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between Bahrain and Oman during His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa's state visit to Oman. The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in anti-trafficking efforts, enhance national capacities through knowledge exchange, and coordinate training programmes.
He outlined Bahrain's initiatives, including introducing International Bank Account Numbers (IBAN) for expatriate workers, developing the Wage Protection System, and establishing the National Referral System, which links government and non-government entities to streamline anti-trafficking efforts.
The Omani delegation toured the Expat Protection Centre, the first comprehensive facility of its kind in the Middle East, offering preventive, legal, and shelter services for trafficking victims. They also visited the Regional Training Centre for capacity-building on anti-human trafficking.
The CEO emphasised Bahrain's readiness to share expertise, provide training, and support Oman and other Gulf countries in combating human trafficking. The Omani delegation commended Bahrain's achievements and expressed interest in further cooperation and knowledge exchange.
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