Partnership Between MSX and Environment Authority at Oman Sustainability Week: Key Implications for Investors and Sustainable Business Strategies
MUSCAT: The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) has established a cooperation agreement with the Environment Authority during the inaugural day of Oman Sustainability Week 2026. This initiative aims to enhance the relationship between environmental policies and financial markets in Oman.
The agreement is designed to promote the development of sustainable finance and to foster greater integration of environmental considerations within the capital market.
As part of its involvement in the event at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC), MSX hosted various sessions and workshops centered on sustainability and responsible business practices.
One notable session featured a panel discussion titled “Women in Sustainability Leadership.” This discussion highlighted the contributions of female executives in advancing sustainability initiatives within Omani companies and institutions. The panel included prominent figures such as Shaima al Lawati, founder and CEO of Destination Sustainability and senior ESG consultant; Quds al Balushi, Sustainability and Decarbonisation Officer at OARC; Huda al Maamari, Associate Partner – Audit and Assurance at Crowe; and Haneen al Hatrooshi, Social Investment and ICV Advisor at Shell Oman Marketing. The session was moderated by Majida al Maamari, Manager of the Sustainable Investments Centre at MSX.
In addition, MSX conducted a workshop titled “From Disclosure Momentum to Performance Leadership,” led by Dr. Ezz Hattab, CEO of ZeeDimension. This workshop aimed to explore methods of advancing sustainability practices from mere disclosure and reporting to performance models anchored in measurable indicators and tangible outcomes.
MSX’s participation underscores its ongoing commitment to fostering a more sustainable and prosperous market in Oman.
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The cooperation agreement between the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) and the Environment Authority signals a pivotal shift toward sustainable finance in Oman, emphasizing the need for businesses to integrate environmental considerations into their strategies. This creates opportunities for innovative businesses that prioritize sustainability, but also risks for those lagging in compliance with emerging regulations and market expectations. Smart investors and entrepreneurs should focus on aligning their practices with sustainability goals to capitalize on future growth and maintain competitive advantage in an increasingly eco-conscious market.
