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Far-reaching reforms in Oman set new benchmark for social protection in the region

www.ilo.org: 20/07/2023

Benefit-tested survivors’ benefits: All Omani orphans younger than age of 18 and widows younger than age 60 will receive a maximum of OMR 80 (around USD 210), regardless of the deceased’s participation in the contributory system. The government-financed benefit will be reduced by the amount of any social insurance pension.