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between companies and investors. We stakeholders from across the Middle East, The presentation also demonstrated how
are extremely proud to host this meeting comprising with more than 100 attendees, Investor Relations can foster transparency
and network with organizations having including 14 CFOs, 25 IROs, and a and communication and how effective IR
similar focus on Investor Relations.” Paolo significant representation of local Analysts. practices, especially in ESG disclosures,
Casamassima, Chief Executive Officer of Discussions focused on current IR trends, can boost any company's international
MEIRA stated: “This Oman chapter meeting challenges, and strategies to elevate the presence. Omantel’s proactive approach in
comes at a time when the regional capital overall investment framework within the hosting the MEIRA meeting not only reflects
markets are witnessing higher levels of region. The networking highlighted the its commitment to best IR practices but
maturity as well as global interest. We crucial role of cross-regional knowledge also its dedication to contributing to the
are confident this event will be a catalyst exchange in enhancing the standards and economic prosperity of Oman. By leading
for greater networking among all MEIRA practices of investor relations. The event such initiatives, Omantel supports the
members, and that we can all benefit from began with a presentation by Omantel CFO Muscat Stock Exchange in attracting more
learning about new trends in Investor Ghassan Al-Hashar on "The importance investors and elevating Oman's position as
Relations. We appreciate Omantel’s role of the Investor Relations function a key investment destination in the Middle
in hosting this important meeting.” The in communicating with institutional East. Omantel has succeeded, through the
meeting, facilitated by Omantel, brought investors" highlighting key aspects of integration of its operations, processes,
together leading professionals and "Omantel IR program and Equity Story." and extensive expertise in the field of
communications and digital technology,
in establishing its position as a leading
telecommunications company within
the Sultanate of Oman and beyond. The
company's innovative approaches have
contributed to providing the latest solutions
to various consumer and business
sectors. The company aims to deliver
an unparalleled, exceptional experience
to its subscribers and strives to always
exceed their expectations. Omantel works
towards contributing to the achievement
of Oman Vision 2040 objectives by
investing in emerging technologies
and providing cutting-edge solutions
in modern technology, information and
communications technology, such as cloud
solutions, ICT solutions, AI, Smart solutions,
cybersecurity, and much more, in addition
to harnessing its technological capabilities
to enhance innovation and leadership in
new and advanced technologies.

Omantel Highlights Its Sustainability Role as a Digital Leader at the Oman
Sustainability Week

Omantel, Oman's leading integrated ICT Sustainability Week which took place with international standards. Omantel
services provider participated in the from 28 April to 2 May 2024 at the Oman highlighted its national initiatives towards
Oman sustainability week and showcased Convention and Exhibition Centre, under community members, institutions and civil
the company's diverse initiatives toward the theme " Sustainable Living in a Circular and charitable organizations. Omantel
sustainable practices, focused on achieving Society" with the aim of highlighting the also aimed to conduct enriching dialogues
the company's mission of creating a greener company's sustainability efforts. Omantel with stakeholders and decision-makers
world, developing societies, and providing showcased the company's environmental in aspects related to sustainability and
an ideal work environment, in addition and social performance, governance explored investment opportunities to find
to contributing to the comprehensive practices and deployment of digital innovative initiatives and technical solutions
development of the Sultanate of Oman. technologies to create best practices for that contribute to the development and
Omantel’s positive sustainable practices sustainability, which contribute to the improvement of practices and procedures
were showcased at its pavilion at the Oman alignment of the company's operations related to sustainability. As part of Oman

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