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Central Bank of Oman: A journey through time

The Central Bank of Oman, established in 1974, has played a pivotal role in shaping the Sultanate’s financial landscape over the past five decades.

TAS News Service

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Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Muscat – As documented by the Oman News Agency, the bank commenced its operations on April 1, 1975, marking the beginning of a significant era in Oman’s monetary history.

The Agency released a superimposed image showcasing the CBO’s transformation over time, comparing its early stages to its current state, to highlight the qualitative leap experienced by the bank during the years of the first renaissance and the renewed renaissance (as in the second picture).

These developments have been instrumental in fostering financial stability and ensuring robust regulation of the banking sector. “It is the body responsible for maintaining financial stability and the regulatory body that regulates the activities of the banking system,” the Agency noted.

As of July 2024, the Central Bank’s foreign assets reached approximately RO 6.77 billion, reflecting the institution’s ongoing commitment to sound financial management and economic growth.

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