Ahli Bank: Meetings with Global Banks at IMF and World Bank Meetings
Kuwait Ahli Bank concluded its participation in the IMF and World Bank meetings in Bangkok, where the delegation discussed prospects for cooperation and sustainable financing with global banks.
Translated by Qiyas from النهار — Original source
The National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) concluded its participation in the Annual Meetings of the Boards of Governors of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, hosted in Bangkok, Thailand. The delegation included Kuwait’s Minister of Finance, Yaqoub Al-Rifai, and the Governor of the Central Bank of Kuwait, Bassel Al-Haroun, alongside governors of Gulf and global central banks, senior financial officials, and leaders from the worldwide banking sector.
The meetings featured discussions on the global financial landscape, the impact of fiscal policies, and interest rate trends. Opportunities for cooperation in sustainable finance and digital innovation were also explored.
The NBK Group delegation comprised Abdullah Al-Sameet, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Group; Omar Wahbi, Chief Executive Officer of NBK UAE; Noura Al-Duwish, General Manager of Treasury and Investment; and Lin Haddad, Assistant General Manager of Executive Affairs.
The delegation participated in several side events, including the Gulf-Asia Economic Forum and the Annual Reception, both successfully organized by the Kuwait Banks Association (KBA). These events received high praise from all guests and attendees.
Commenting on the participation, Al-Sameet stated that the Group’s delegation discussed prospects for bilateral cooperation with representatives of global and Gulf banks. He highlighted that several key topics were emphasized, particularly interest rates and available liquidity, noting that various banking and financial matters were discussed to agree on the best approaches for business growth.
He added that discussions also covered ways to access the most cost-effective sustainable financing options to fund the bank’s operations and maximize profitability. Al-Sameet emphasized that leveraging the experiences shared during the discussions would strengthen NBK’s ability to deliver a world-class banking experience to diverse customer segments and continuously provide added value to all clients.
Concluding his remarks, Al-Sameet noted that NBK Group’s participation enhances the bank’s standing among global financial institutions and reflects the confidence it enjoys in international forums. He thanked the Kuwait Banks Association for its efforts in meeting all requirements of the Kuwaiti banking sector’s delegations and praised the significant success and prominent presence of the events organized by the KBA on the sidelines of the meetings.
