Monday 09 / November / 2026
Muscat: The 2026 OQ Assurance Forum kicked off on Monday at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. Organised by OQ Group, the global integrated energy investment group, this year’s forum is themed “Assurance Without Borders.”
The opening event was held under the auspices of Abdulsalam Mohammed Al Murshidi, Chairman of Oman Investment Authority (OIA).
The two-day forum brought together approximately 700 attendees, including board members, executive leaders, and experts, alongside a distinguished lineup of local and international speakers and representatives from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
The forum is being held at a time when organisations face accelerated change and increased exposure to risks associated with technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and fraud coupled with rapid geopolitical and economic developments.
The forum also highlighted how the role of internal audit and institutional assurance has evolved toward greater integration and proactivity, enhanced governance support, risk management, and informed decision-making.
The forum demonstrated OQ Group’s continued commitment and efforts towards advancing internal audit and assurance practices, fostering a strong culture of governance, risk management, and compliance, and aligning with leading professional practices and internationally recognised standards.
It also provided a valuable platform for professionals to exchange knowledge and insights, while exploring emerging challenges and opportunities shaping the assurance landscape.
