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Times of Oman
5 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
‘Sout Al Shabiba – Tamkeen wa Ta'theer' Forum to Focus on Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship
Muscat: Aligned with Oman Vision 2040 and its strategic focus on empowering youth and supporting SMEs growth, Al Shabiba — the leading Arabic daily from Muscat Media Group — is organising the 'Sout Al Shabiba – Tamkeen wa Ta'theer' Forum, dedicated to youth empowerment and impact. The forum will be held on Monday, 23rd June, at JW Marriott, Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC), Muscat, under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sayyid Faris bin Fatik Al Said. The Arabic-language forum will serve as a vibrant platform for open dialogue, bringing together the voices of next-generation leaders, entrepreneurs, industry leaders and decision-makers. It is designed to encourage impactful discussions around the aspirations, challenges and opportunities facing young Omanis, while also promoting sustainable and inclusive national growth. The event is supported by Development Bank, Changan, Turkish Airlines, Global College of Engineering & Technology and Ahmed Al Muqbali Advocate and Legal Consultants, who share a common vision of creating meaningful opportunities for Oman's youth. Key topics to be explored include youth and Oman Vision 2040, entrepreneurship and innovation, Omanisation in the digital era, SME contributions to economic growth, In Country Value (ICV) and local talent development and green economy opportunities. The agenda also covers skills development, education-industry alignment, youth financing, expanding the startup ecosystem, mentorship, public-private partnerships, social impact and preparing youth for the workforce of the future. The day will feature two key panel discussions. The first panel, titled 'Cultivating Entrepreneurship & Innovation for Omani Youth', will include renowned industry experts including Eng. Abdulrahman Al Yahyaei, CEO, Integrated Gas Company (IGC); Eng. Said Al Shanfari, CEO, Oman Convention and Exhibition Center (OCEC); Ali Ahmed Muqaibal, CEO, Sharakah; Dr. Sulaiman Al Hasani, Deputy Dean Academic and Resources, Global College; Hamad Salim Al Harthi, Chief of Small, Medium Enterprises, Micro Businesses and Portfolio Management, Oman Development Bank; Khalid Al Mahrooqi, Co-Founder & CEO, Qpay plus Abdullah Nasser Al Saidi, a noted media professional as the moderator. The second panel on 'Policy, Collaboration & Sustainability for Youth Empowerment', will bring together distinguished voices from across sectors including Hassan Haider Mohammed Jawad Al-Lawati, Chairman, Oman Association for Persons with Disabilities; Ghassan Fadhal, Director, Tashgheel; Rumaitha Al Busaidi, Vice President, Environment Society of Oman (ESO); Eng. Abdallah Al Wahaibi, CEO, Tatweer Duqm; and Lawyer Omran Aljabri, CEO Deputy, Ahmed Al-Muqbali Advocate and Legal Consultants. The panel will be moderated by Khalfan bin Saeed Al Amri, noted media professional and Oman TV presenter. The forum will also host an impressive lineup of speakers including Dr. Ghalib bin Saif al Hosni, Chairman, OSHRM and Chief People Officer, Omantel; Eng. Amer Al Fadhil, Managing Partner, Competence HR; and Qasim Mohamed Alzadjali, Assistant Officer Customer Relationship Management, Oman Development Bank, who will share their professional insights to inspire and empower the audience.
Times of Oman
18-06-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
His Highness Sayyid Faris bin Fatik Al Said to Grace ‘Sout Al Shabiba – Tamkeen wa Ta'theer' Forum as Chief Guest
Muscat: In alignment with Oman Vision 2040 and its strategic focus on youth empowerment & support to SMEs, Shabiba, the leading Arabic daily published by Muscat Media Group, is organising, Sout Al Shabiba – Tamkeen wa Ta'theer (Forum on the Voice of the Youth – Empowerment and Impact). The forum will be held on Monday, 23rd June, at Hotel JW Marriott, Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC), Muscat. The event will be held under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sayyid Faris bin Fatik Al Said, whose presence as Chief Guest underscores the national significance of this initiative and reaffirms his dedication to supporting the aspirations of Oman's youth. This Arabic-language forum is designed as a dynamic and thought-provoking platform that brings together the voices of the next generation. It aims to foster open, impactful discussions that focus on the real challenges and aspirations of young Omanis while encouraging solutions that can lead to sustainable and inclusive growth. The event will bring together inspiring young achievers, next-gen leaders, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, academic experts and senior policymakers for a collective conversation around youth empowerment, supporting entrepreneurship and nation-building. The forum aims to promote meaningful conversations and foster actionable insights to take concrete steps towards building a brighter, more sustainable future for Omani youth and the nation as a whole. The event is supported by Development Bank, Changan, Turkish Airlines, Global College of Engineering & Technology and Ahmed Al Muqbali - Advocate and Legal Consultants all of whom are aligned with the forum's core mission of creating opportunities for young Omanis and unlocking their full potential. Vision 2040 The key themes that will drive the day's discussions include Omani Youth and Vision 2040; fostering entrepreneurship and innovation; digital-era Omanisation and future skills; the role of SMEs in driving economic growth; In-Country Value (ICV) as a catalyst for developing local talent; and building green economy jobs for the future. Other focus areas include bridging the skills gap between education and industry, financing youth-led ventures, expanding the startup ecosystem, strengthening mentorship and leadership development, enhancing public-private partnerships for employment and innovation, enabling youth-led social impact, and building a resilient workforce equipped with soft skills for tomorrow's challenges. The forum will feature engaging panel discussions including 'Cultivating Entrepreneurship & Innovation for Omani Youth' and 'Policy, Collaboration & Sustainability for Youth Empowerment.' Speakers from a wide range of sectors such as telecom, oil & gas, finance, education, banking, fintech, human resources, law, manufacturing and events, etc. will offer insights and share experiences to guide and inspire attendees.
