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Towards a merit-based public administration: Final version of the new Civil Service Law adopted

In a pivotal step towards reforming public administration and modernizing state institutions, the committee tasked with drafting the Civil Service Law, chaired by Minister of Administrative Development Mohammed Hassan Al-Skaf, announced the completion of the final draft after addressing all feedback and proposed improvements.

This final version is the product of diligent and collaborative work, undergoing rigorous review that included:

- Analysis of feedback: Studying proposals received from ministries and public entities.

- National expertise: Integrating the opinions of experts and specialists to ensure legal soundness.

- Public sentiment: Considering citizens' aspirations for improved government performance.

- Technical review: Aligning the text with modern public administration standards to guarantee its feasibility.

In this context, the Minister of Administrative Development emphasized that the new law not only aims to amend existing provisions but also establishes a fundamental shift in the philosophy of public service. He explained that the final version is based on the following principles:

- Merit and competence: Adopting transparent criteria for recruitment and promotion. - Balancing Rights and Responsibilities: Regulating the employment relationship within a legal framework that protects the employee and ensures work discipline.

- Linking Performance to Development: Making professional development and rewards directly tied to the level of achievement and quality of work.

- Improving Public Service: Enhancing the efficiency of the government apparatus to provide services that meet citizens' aspirations.

Legal Approval Process

With the adoption of this version, the next stage begins, which involves completing the necessary procedures to submit the draft to the relevant authorities, paving the way for its presentation and discussion within the constitutional and legal frameworks for official approval.

The completion of this draft embodies the state's commitment to achieving profound legislative reform that balances the current reality with future aspirations, ensuring the stability of public administration and its ability to lead the comprehensive institutional transformation process in the coming phase.

Zaman Al Wasl
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