Muscat: As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting national events and strengthening its presence across various community initiatives, Bank Muscat, the leading financial services provider, continues to play an active role as a key partner in supporting activities and programmes that contribute to community development and youth empowerment, particularly in the sports sector, which is witnessing notable growth at both local and international levels.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth honoured the bank in recognition of its support for sports activities and events, during the 2025 Sports Achievers Honouring Ceremony, held under the patronage H.E. Sheikh Al Fadhil bin Mohammed Al Harthi, Secretary General of the Council of Ministers, and attended by a large number of officials from government and private entities. The award was received on behalf of the bank by Talib Saif Al Makhmari, Head of Community & Media Relations. This recognition reflects the strong strategic partnership between the bank and the Ministry, as well as the bank’s continued contributions to supporting Omani athletes and national teams that have achieved remarkable success across various competitions.

This recognition also highlights the vital role played by Bank Muscat in advancing the sports movement by contributing to the organization and success of initiatives that help develop the skills of Omani youth and motivate them to achieve further accomplishments. The bank supports programmes aimed at enhancing sports infrastructure and raising competitiveness.

On this occasion, Talib Saif Al Makhmari, Head of Community & Media Relations at Bank Muscat, said: “We are proud to receive this recognition from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, which reflects our strong commitment to supporting the sports sector in the Sultanate. We believe that investing in youth and sports is an investment in the nation’s future. We are keen to launch initiatives and programmes that help showcase Omani youth talents and empower them to achieve success at various levels. One of the most prominent initiatives is the ‘Green Sports’ programme, which is highly valued by local sports teams across the Sultanate. The programme aims to enhance sports infrastructure and contribute to the development of youth skills through sustainable projects that serve both athletes and the wider community. We will continue working closely with all stakeholders to support the journey of sports excellence and provide an enabling environment that inspires youth to innovate and excel, in line with our vision of achieving sustainable development and serving the community.”

Bank Muscat remains committed to strengthening its community role through active participation in national initiatives and by supporting programmes that target youth across various sectors. This reflects its belief in empowering future generations and contributing to building a more prosperous society. The bank also reaffirms its continued support for such impactful initiatives and its strategic partnerships that contribute to comprehensive development and reinforce Oman’s position across various fields, in line with its vision as a leading financial institution that places the community at the heart of its priorities.