Continuing its support for community-uplifting initiatives, Sohar International announced its main sponsorship of the 8th Mass Wedding in Al Mudhaibi, which celebrated the marriage of 27 grooms from across the Sultanate and its resident community on Friday, 31 July. Bringing people together in a powerful expression of national solidarity, the event strengthened social cohesion while generating a positive economic impact, with a total cost of OMR 50,000. Through this sponsorship, Sohar International reaffirms its commitment to aligning with national efforts aimed at strengthening the foundations of Omani society, facilitating family formation, and easing marriage expenses for youth to build a stable community. This aligns with the bank's ethos, which was previously demonstrated by the introduction of its interest-free marriage loan as an innovative and accessible financing solution.
The mass wedding was held under the umbrella of the Social Committee in Wilayat Mudhaibi and Al Mudhaibi Club. The event featured an accompanying charity exhibition to support productive families, with the participation of over 20 (SMEs). It also included performances of various folk and heritage arts, alongside honoring the grooms and sponsoring companies, And with the efforts of more than 300 volunteers from the wilayat.
In this regard, Abdul Qader Ahmed Al Sumali, Chief Retail & Wealth Management Officer at Sohar International, stated: "At Sohar International, we take immense pride in sponsoring initiatives that foster social solidarity, such as the 8th mass wedding. This stems from a deeply-rooted corporate vision through which we believe that social stability is the bedrock of economic prosperity. Our support for this event is a strategic investment aimed at easing the financial burden on young couples embarking on marriage. It also transforms these occasions into vital economic drivers that empower entrepreneurs and SMEs, while stimulating the services sector and related local markets. Through this, we reaffirm our deep commitment to the goals of Oman Vision 2040 in achieving sustainable development, embodying responsible corporate citizenship, and fostering community partnerships that value local grassroots efforts and support the nation’s development journey."
Ahmed Alhabsi – Head of the mass Wadding added, stating: "Sohar International’s sponsorship of this mass wedding exemplifies a model partnership between the banking sector and civil society organizations. With the total number of beneficiaries reaching 169 grooms since the initiative's inception in 2017, and a remarkable turnout exceeding 5500 well-wishers at this ceremony, it clearly underscores how effectively these community initiatives align with authentic Omani values and religious principles that call for facilitating marriage. This, in turn, yields sustainable positive impacts that contribute to family stability, social cohesion, and the nation's progress."
This sponsorship reflects the continuity of Sohar International’s approach to supporting national initiatives, reaffirming its commitment to delivering value that extends beyond traditional banking toward meaningful partnerships aimed at strengthening the Sultanate’s social fabric. This is achieved by building bridges of cooperation with various entities to empower individuals, instill the values of solidarity and synergy, and drive social development in alignment with national priorities focused on building a sustainable society.
By adopting this development-driven mindset, Sohar International continues to build impactful partnerships that blend the humanitarian dimension with developmental value. This falls within an integrated Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) vision aimed at creating a sustainable impact on society, while reinforcing the bank's role as an active national partner in supporting initiatives that contribute to achieving balanced development and elevating the quality of life.
