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OIA President HE Abdulsalam Al Murshidi patronizes inaugural Themar Islamic Banking Conference and Excellence Awards

H.E. Abdulsalam Al Murshidi, President of the Oman Investment Authority (OIA), presided over the inaugural ‘Themar Islamic Banking Conference and Excellence Awards 2024,’ held on September 30 at the Intercity Hotel in Muscat.

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Monday, September 30, 2024

Muscat – A landmark event in the Omani Islamic banking landscape, Themar aimed to recognize excellence and foster dialogue within the sector through an engaging panel discussion on Islamic financial transactions and economic stability and the highly anticipated award ceremony.

H.E. Al Murshidi did the honours by presenting the prestigious Themar Islamic Banking Excellence Awards to eight winners selected by a judging committee chaired by His Highness Sayyid Dr. Adham Al Said, Assistant Professor at Sultan Qaboos University’s College of Economics and Political Science.
The Themar Islamic Banking Conference featured a comprehensive agenda that explored key topics such as operational risks, regulatory frameworks, monetary stability, and the impact of digital transformation.

The event was supported by several strategic partners, including the Financial Services Authority (FSA), Muscat Stock Exchange, Oman Banks Association, Bank Nizwa, and Alizz Islamic Bank. Their involvement played a crucial role in the success of the conference and awards.

With the Themar Islamic Banking Conference and Excellence Awards, The Arabian Stories has established a platform for fostering dialogue, promoting best practices, and driving the growth and sustainability of Islamic finance in Oman. The inaugural edition set a new standard for industry events and is expected to become an annual highlight in the Omani financial calendar.

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