'Ahli' Participates in IMF and World Bank Meetings

Kuwait National Bank Group is participating in the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the Board of Governors of the World Bank Group, held in Bangkok, Thailand, from October 12 to 18, 2026, attended by a select group of finance ministers, central bank governors, senior banking executives, and financial decision-makers from around the world. The delegation includes Abdullah Al-Samait, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Kuwait National Bank Group; Omar Wahbi, Chief Executive Officer of Kuwait National Bank – United Arab Emirates; Noura Al-Duwish, General Manager of Treasury and Investment; and Lin Haddad, Assistant General Manager of Executive Affairs at the bank. The delegation will attend a reception organized by the Kuwait Banks Union on the sidelines of the meetings, to exchange views on the latest economic and financial developments and explore collaborative ground that contributes to supporting and enhancing long-term sustainable growth. In this regard, Al-Samait stated: “Our participation in the Annual Meetings of the IMF and the World Bank holds special significance, as it provides a global platform to discuss the latest economic trends and exchange expertise with a select group of leaders from the international financial and banking sectors, in line with our commitment to strengthening our relationships and enhancing our operational activities, as well as staying abreast of the latest regulations to develop our banking services and meet the expectations of our clients and shareholders.” He added: “Such international forums contribute to opening new horizons for extended partnerships, enabling us to identify new investment opportunities and advance digital transformation and sustainable finance, thereby reinforcing Kuwait National Bank’s leading position and its role in supporting economic growth in Kuwait. They also allow us to benefit from pioneering discussions on the future of the global economy, gain insights into modern perspectives on financial stability and banking developments, keep pace with global economic changes, and learn about international best practices in the banking sector.” Al-Samait concluded his statement by noting that these annual meetings help strengthen Kuwait National Bank’s relationships with global banks and institutions, support growth opportunities in Kuwait and the region, and enable the bank to leverage forward-looking insights to innovate solutions, services, and products that support its leading position.