
Muscat: The Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with the Central Bank of Oman (CBO), held a meeting on Tuesday with government-owned companies affiliated to Oman Investment Authority. The meeting aimed at enhancing the participation of government entities in the development of the local debt market.
During the meeting, local government financial instruments were reviewed, including Treasury Bills, Government Development Bonds, and local sovereign Sukuk, in line with the approved domestic borrowing plan for 2026. The meeting also covered the bidding mechanisms for Treasury Bills, as well as the subscription methods for Government Development Bonds and local sovereign Sukuk.
This meeting is intended to raise awareness of the importance of investing in government financial instruments, thereby contributing to improved liquidity and cash flow management, while also enhancing the diversification of funding sources.
It is worth noting that the Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with the Central Bank of Oman, will hold a series of informational meetings targeting various categories of investors, including the private sector, institutions, and both large and small investors, with the aim of raising awareness and increasing participation in the local debt market.