15-07-2025
Oman implements Omanisation policy in all commercial and hospital pharmacies
By OUR CORRESPONDENT
Muscat – In a decisive move to boost national workforce development, the Ministry of Health's Drug Safety Center has issued a directive mandating Omanisation in all pharmacies operating within commercial complexes and internal hospital facilities.
According to Circular No. 167/2025, dated 13 July 2025, all such pharmacies are now required to initiate Omanisation of their pharmaceutical workforce, in line with national employment strategies.
The circular clearly states that effective immediately, the renewal of professional licenses for non-Omani pharmacists and assistant pharmacists in these establishments will no longer be permitted.
Institutions have been urged to take the necessary steps to comply with this directive promptly to avoid any disruption to operations.
The Ministry asked for full cooperation of all stakeholders in implementing this decision.
