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Countdown begins to TAS Conclave 2025: ‘Progressing Beyond Barriers’ set to spotlight Oman’s future leaders

With just one day to go, anticipation is building for the 5th edition of The Arabian Stories (TAS) Conclave, set to take place on Tuesday, November 25, in Muscat.

TAS News Service

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Monday, November 24, 2025

MUSCAT : Under the theme ‘Progressing Beyond Barriers’, this year’s conclave promises to bring together Oman’s next generation of visionaries alongside the nation’s most influential figures in governance, business, sports, cinema, and thought leadership.

The Guest of Honour for the conclave is His Excellency Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, under whose patronage the event will spotlight Oman’s rising influence on the global economic stage.

Top government entities have confirmed their participation, including the Oman Investment Authority (OIA), Ministry of Finance, Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX), and Invest Oman. Senior representatives from these agencies will contribute to keynote sessions and panel discussions covering capital market development, fiscal policy, foreign investment, economic diversification, and building a resilient, future-ready economy.

The agenda for the day will include a keynote address by His Excellency Haitham Al Salmi, CEO of the Muscat Stock Exchange, followed by sessions on ‘Reimagining Banking: Progressing Beyond Barriers in a Digital Economy’, powered by BankDhofar, ‘AI and Digital Transformation: Redefining the Future of Innovation in Oman’, and ‘Shaping the Future of Investments in Oman’.

The conclave will also feature the TAS Business Awards and TAS Icons felicitation ceremony, with the release of the highly-anticipated TAS Icons magazine highlighting five distinguished figures.

Discussions will be moderated by industry leaders including Said Al Busaidi, Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications at BankDhofar, Tomy Bosco, Partner and Business Area Director at Nortal, and Paul George, Assistant Editor of The Arabian Stories. The Master of Ceremonies is Tariq Al Barwani, founder of Knowledge Oman and a respected voice in Oman’s innovation and education ecosystem.

Known for his ability to engage diverse audiences, Al Barwani will guide conversations and connect ideas throughout the day.

The conclave is supported by a strong portfolio of partners and sponsors. Invest Oman serves as the strategic partner, BankDhofar is the co-powered partner, Muscat Stock Exchange is the key partner, and AmCham Oman serves as the endorsement partner. Additional support comes from Liva Insurance and Muscat Pharmacy, with Nortal as digital partner, Tamrah as gift partner, and media partnerships with Al Sawt and Business Plus Review.

Widely regarded as one of the country’s most prestigious forums for dialogue, innovation, and forward-thinking strategy, the Conclave offers a unique platform for leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and innovators to explore ideas, share insights, and shape the future of Oman.

Over the past five years, TAS Conclave has become a catalyst for dialogue, innovation, and collaboration, uniting Oman’s top thinkers and leaders to explore pathways that will define the nation’s future. With international experts and thought leaders joining this year, TAS Conclave 2025 promises to be a landmark event where ideas meet action, and Oman’s next chapter in innovation and leadership takes shape.

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