Al Baraka Islamic Bank distributes Razji seedlings to employees as part of Tree Week

TDT | Manama

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In line with its steadfast commitment to national development and community engagement, Al Baraka Islamic Bank has actively participated in National Tree Week through a special initiative organised by its Social Committee. The initiative involved distributing Razji seedlings (Arabian Jasmine) to all employees to plant in their home gardens, thereby fostering environmental awareness and p romoting sustainable practices.

This effort supports the National Action Plan aimed at achieving carbon neutrality, announced by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. It also aligns with the initiative led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to observe Tree Week annually during the third week of October.

Al Baraka Islamic Bank’s participation underscores its dedication to supporting national and community-driven initiatives that advance environmental sustainability across Bahrain. The bank affirms its belief in environmental protection and its proactive role in contributing to sustainable development.

On this occasion, Dr Adel Abdullah Salem, CEO of Al Baraka Islamic Bank, remarked, “We are proud to participate in Tree Week, an initiative that reflects the wise leadership’s vision for environmental preservation and sustainable growth. This engagement demonstrates our ongoing efforts to raise awareness about ecosystem protection and reaffirms our role as a committed partner in national development.”

He added, “Environmental stewardship is a shared responsibility. We have prioritised involving all our employees in this initiative by distributing Razji seedlings for them to plant at home, thereby promoting a culture of agriculture and environmental consciousness within our community. Al Baraka Islamic Bank remains committed to supporting all national efforts aligned with achieving carbon neutrality and environmental sustainability in Bahrain.” Al Baraka Islamic Bank is a leading Islamic bank in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Since its establishment in 1984, it has delivered outstanding results in operations and services for both individual and corporate clients. The bank has a proven track record of developing and providing innovative Shari’a-compliant investment solutions to a diverse global client base.