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Oman's Sohar International Bank opens Hong Kong office, first expansion outside Middle East

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Sohar International Bank, Oman's second-largest bank, is set to open a representative office in Hong Kong this week. This expansion marks the bank's first venture outside the Middle East, signaling Hong Kong's importance as a financial hub. The new office will be located in Central, with CEO Abdulwahid Mohamed Al Murshidi attending the opening ceremony. AI

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Oman's Sohar International Bank opens Hong Kong office, first expansion outside Middle East

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Zoe SL Chan ·

    Oman’s No 2 bank Sohar International to open representative office in Hong Kong this week

    Sohar International Bank, Oman’s second-largest bank by total assets, will open a local representative office in Hong Kong this week, according to sources, underlining the city’s role as a stable financial hub amid Middle East conflicts. CEO Abdulwahid Mohamed Al Murshidi will vi…

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