BAB to host annual Bahraini Banks reception in Washington, D.C. this October

TDT | Manama

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The Bahrain Association of Banks (BAB) has announced that it will be hosting its annual reception for Bahraini banks in Washington, D.C., on 16 October. The event will coincide with the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank and is expected to attract high-level participation from Bahraini banks, along with prominent leadership and executive delegations from across the financial and banking sectors.

The reception is supported by leading financial institutions, with National Bank of Bahrain, Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait, Al Salam Bank, and Kuwait Finance House as platinum sponsors, joined by Bank ABC, Gulf International Bank, and GFH Financial Group as gold sponsors, in addition to Gulf Air as the exclusive airline partner. The event is set to welcome a distinguished group of global financial and banking leaders, including government officials, central bank governors, senior representatives from both the public and private sectors, and other key stakeholders.

Mr. Yaser Alsharifi, Chairman of the Bahrain Association of Banks, stated that organizing this annual event reflects BAB’s commitment to reinforcing Bahrain’s position as a premier regional financial center in global forums. He highlighted that hosting this reception underscores both the strength of Bahrain’s financial services sector and the Kingdom’s strategic importance within the international financial community. Mr. Alsharifi added, “It is our privilege to organize this event on an annual basis, as it reflects our dedication to supporting the Bahraini banking industry and enhancing its global visibility. We extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to all our partners and supporters, including government entities and financial institutions, for their ongoing contributions to the success of this gathering.”

Mrs. Zeeba Askar, Chief Executive Officer of BAB, affirmed that this reception has evolved into a vital platform for showcasing the milestones, strengths, and opportunities of Bahrain’s financial and banking sector. “We are deeply grateful to all the organizations that have supported and sponsored the reception. Their partnership is essential to the success of this event and continues to strengthen our efforts to position the reception as a distinguished event on the international financial industry agenda” Mrs. Askar added.