Alizz Islamic Bank has forged a strategic partnership with the Central Bank of Oman (CBO) and the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB) for the 17th IFSB Summit, which will be held for the first time in the Sultanate of Oman.
Scheduled for 2–3 February 2026, the summit will take place at The St. Regis Hotel Muscat, bringing together key industry leaders and experts to discuss key developments, regulatory frameworks, and future trends shaping the Islamic financial services industry.
The hosting of this prestigious global summit in Oman reflects the Sultanate’s growing role as a regional hub for Islamic finance, underscoring the maturity and resilience of its Islamic banking sector.
Alizz Islamic Bank’s partnership in this landmark event underscores its ongoing commitment to supporting the advancement and global integration of Islamic banking as a vital component of economic growth.
Alizz Islamic Bank’s Commitment to Growth
Commenting on the partnership, Ali Al Mani, CEO of Alizz Islamic Bank, said that, “Our partnership with the Central Bank of Oman and the IFSB on this summit represents a strategic step towards strengthening the Islamic banking ecosystem, promoting regulatory excellence, and fostering sustainable economic growth.”
“Islamic banking plays a vital role in enhancing financial stability, inclusion, and ethical banking practices, all of which contribute to long-term economic development, and Alizz Islamic Bank is a key driver of this development,” Al Mani added.
IFSB
The Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB) is an international standard-setting organization that promotes the soundness and stability of the Islamic financial services industry.
Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, the IFSB issues global prudential standards and guiding principles for Islamic banks, takaful companies, and capital market institutions, working closely with regulators and international financial bodies worldwide.
