OCCI
Participates in 19th Asian Financial Forum in Hong Kong

Hong
Kong, 27 Jan 2026 (ONA) — Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI)
participated in the 19th Asian Financial Forum held in Hong Kong, which saw
extensive participation from government leaders, decision-makers, financial
experts, and representatives of economic institutions from around the world.
During the forum, the Chamber emphasized the role of finance as a strategic
pillar for empowering the real economy and stimulating productive investment.

The
Chamber’s participation comes as part of its commitment to enhancing the presence
of the Omani private sector in international economic arenas, exploring
investment opportunities, and building strategic partnerships with global
financial institutions and companies. The participation also serves to promote
promising investment opportunities and sectors in the Sultanate of Oman,
specifically targeting the Sohar Investment Forum scheduled for next week,
thereby contributing to the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 and the
diversification of the economic base.

Eng.
Said Ali Al Abri, a member of the OCCI Board of Directors, Chairman of the
Chamber’s Branch in North Al Batinah Governorate, and Head of the Delegation,
stated that the forum is being held at a critical juncture in which the global
economy is witnessing rapid structural transformations that are redefining the
features of finance, investment, and sustainable growth.

He
noted that this year’s theme, “Finance Empowers Business,” clearly
reflects the essence of the coming phase, as finance is no longer merely a
traditional funding tool but has become a strategic pillar for empowering the
real economy, stimulating productive investment, accelerating innovation, and
enhancing the resilience of global value chains. He added that this direction
harmonizes closely with the goals of Oman Vision 2040, which places economic
diversification, the empowerment of the private sector, and the attraction of
qualitative investments at the heart of its national priorities.

The
forum featured high-level sessions that discussed pivotal issues, including
global economic forecasts, asset and wealth management, supply chain finance,
green finance, and the development of gold markets. Additionally, specialized
sessions focused on financial innovation, modern technologies, and the role of
Artificial Intelligence in the financial sector.

—Ends/AG