Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman hosted the annual General Assembly meeting of the Energy Regulators Regional Association (ERRA), coinciding with the association’s two-day annual conference at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Center. The event saw broad participation from regulatory bodies and member states.
Chaired by Dr. Mansoor Talib Al Hinai, Chairman of Authority for Public Services Regulation, the meeting addressed strategic topics, including the approval of ERRA’s 2025 action plan and budget, operational and training programs for 2025–2026, and a review of 2024 meeting outcomes. Discussions also covered proposed arrangements for the 2026 meetings.
Assembly members highlighted the significance of this high-profile event, which underscores Oman’s growing role in regional and international energy governance. They praised the nation’s institutional capabilities and readiness to lead future energy dialogues, setting a benchmark for organizing specialized forums.
The agenda included presentations by ERRA’s committees, such as the *Electricity Markets and Economic Regulation Committee, where Hassan Taqi Al Lawati, the committee’s chairman, presented on “Grid Investment, Regulatory Assessment Methods, and Incentives."
The General Assembly meetings concluded ERRA’s annual conference, organized by Oman’s Authority for Public Services Regulation.
The conference explored key themes, including: Strengthening regulatory frameworks to enhance competitiveness; Promoting technological innovation and strategic investments in energy infrastructure; Addressing supply chain challenges and fostering regional cooperation; And leveraging market integration among member states and global trade opportunities.
These discussions were supported by 15 working papers presented by 30+ experts, economists, and researchers in energy and sustainable energy from Oman and worldwide.
