Oman International Development and Investment Company SAOG (Ominvest) has successfully concluded its participation as the strategic partner of the Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA) Annual Conference & Awards 2025. Held in Muscat on September 24-25, the flagship event gathered over 1,000 CEOs, senior investor relations professionals, institutional investors, and regulators from across the GCC and beyond.
A Strategic Role In A Pivotal Conference
Under the theme ‘Elevating Impact: The New Era of IR in the Middle East’, the conference provided a critical platform for discussing transparent communication, regulatory alignment, and strategic investor engagement in the region’s dynamic capital markets. As the host nation for the first time in several years, Oman’s capital market maturity was in the spotlight, with Ominvest’s role as strategic partner highlighting its leadership in advancing professional IR standards both locally and regionally. The firm’s delegation also used the opportunity to highlight its ongoing transformation and portfolio growth across sectors like financial services, insurance, and fintech.
Driving The Conversation On Regional Investment
Ominvest executives played a prominent role in key discussions throughout the two-day event. Azza Al Habsi, AVP of Economic Research & Emerging Trends, moderated the ‘Oman Vision 2040 and Investment Opportunities’ panel, which delved into the Sultanate’s rising capital markets and their importance in attracting foreign investment. Additionally, Sarah Lashko, Ominvest’s Chief Legal, Compliance and Governance Officer, contributed to the ‘Strengthening Corporate Governance through Effective IR’ panel, discussing the growing significance of ESG-linked governance disclosures in modern investment decisions.
A Commitment To Oman’s Capital Market Growth
Ominvest’s participation reflects a broader commitment to enhancing stakeholder transparency and positioning Oman as a prime destination for global investors. Waleed Al Yarubi, Chief People, Corporate Communication and Sustainability Officer at Ominvest, stated, “This year’s MEIRA Annual Conference 2025 underscored a powerful truth, Investor Relations is the strategic pillar of corporate growth. Our commitment is to set a regional benchmark for stakeholder transparency, positioning Ominvest and Oman as a preferred destination for discerning global investors.” This sentiment was echoed by Andrew Tarbuck, Chairman of MEIRA, who thanked Ominvest for its instrumental role in strengthening the regional IR ecosystem and enhancing trust between issuers and the investment community.
About Ominvest
Oman International Development and Investment Company (Ominvest) SAOG is a leading investment company listed on the Muscat Securities Exchange. With a diversified portfolio across various sectors, Ominvest has a proven track record of delivering strong financial performance and contributing to the economic development of Oman.
Source: Zawya
