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International Banks Day Bahrain (2024)
2024-12-04 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
The United Nations General Assembly adopted the initiative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to announce the international banks day, an initiative that was presented by Bahrain Association of Banks (BAB) through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and was approved at the recent meeting of the United Nations General Assembly. BAB received an official confirmation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to mark the fourth of December of each year as an International Banks Day.

Bahrain Banks Reception In Washington Dc
2024-10-27 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Moscow)
The annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank represent a very important event, attended by ministers, government officials, private sector leaders and international institutions from different parts of the world, as well as about 10,000 people among delegates, officials, businessmen, non-governmental organizations, and others. The Bahrain Banking Association organized the reception this year under the auspices of the Ministry of Finance, National Economy, and the Central Bank of Bahrain.

BAB Open Dialogue Bahrain
2024-07-24 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Moscow)
The dialogue brings top banking professionals together to acquire different insights and sharing expertise on the emerging developments of the banking sector. It provides an opportunity for banking institutions to meet the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) and discuss joint issues.

BAB Committee Gathering Bahrain
2024-07-01 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Moscow)

BAB - ALBA ESG Cooperation
2023-07-02 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
BAB CEO along with Bahrain’s banking institutions’ CEOs met with Alba CEO to share several pioneering experiences which included sustainable development, green finance, and other objectives that have been clearly defined in the Central Bank of Bahrain’s Financial Services Sector Development Strategy 2022-2026. This high-level meeting with Alba enhances the two sides’ solid cooperation in ESG and other areas of joint cooperation. The ESG Roadmap’s 6 priority areas and initiatives — (1) Decarbonisation, (2) Green Energy & Aluminium, (3) Circular Economy & Secondary Aluminium, (4) Employee Welfare, (5) Collaboration, Partnership and (6) Transparency, Communications & Due Diligence.

BAB - DEiK (Turkiye) Delegation
2023-06-24 08:00 - 14:00 UTC
Bahrain Association of Banks (BAB) met with delegates from the Foreign Economic Relations Board of Turkiye (DEiK) and signed a memorandum of understanding on in order to build a strong working relationship. The aasociation desires to expand cooperation with financial institutions and investment companies in the Republic of Turkey in various fields of banking, finance, and investment as part of the association’s efforts to promote the financial and banking sector in Bahrain, attract more investment, and support the national economy.

BAB Awareness Campaign
2023-05-16 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
BAB formed a joint committee including the Ministry of Interior, the Telecommunication Regulatory Authority, and the concerned Banks’ personnel, and agreed to have a joint campaign in order to raise fraud awareness in Bahrain through various channels including social media and traditional media.

BAB - AIFC (Kazakhstan) Delegation
2023-05-15 09:00 - 12:00 UTC
The delegation of AIFC visited BAB to enhance their understanding and awareness of banking and finance industry in Bahrain with a focus on Islamic banking and finance. The delegation was beneficial for BAB, as it provided insights on the businesses in Kazakhstan and the CIS countries in general.

BAB Recognizes Excellence: Dr. Ali Adnan Ibrahim Honored for Outstanding Contributions”
2023-05-09 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
The Bahrain Association of Banks (BAB) recently recognized Dr. Ali Adnan Ibrahim for his exemplary leadership as the Chairman of the Sustainability and Social Responsibility Committee for several years.
Under his guidance, the committee achieved numerous notable accomplishments in the field of sustainability and social responsibility. Specifically, Dr. Ali and his team submitted innovative proposals on policy and program developmentin sustainable finance, which helped to advance sustainable banking practices in Bahrain.
The Committee coordinated with the Central Bank of Bahrain and developed a comprehensiverecommendation for regulatory reforms (Sustainable Finance Policy Paper). The Committee also worked closely with Tamkeen (Bahrain Labor Fund) to launch solar financing scheme supported by six banks.
Dr. Ali Adnan’s dedication and expertise have had a significant impact on promoting sustainable finance and social responsibility within the banking sector. The BAB’s recognition of his achievements is a testament to his outstanding contributions and leadership in this important area.
In the presence of Association officials, Mr. Adnan Ahmed Yousif, the Chairman of BAB, presented Dr. Ali Adnan with a certificate and a shield of honor during a reception held in his office yesterday.
On this occasion, Mr. Adnan Yousif said, “It is with great pleasure that we recognize Dr. Ali Adnan today for his exceptional achievements in promoting sustainability, social responsibility, and green finance practices. As Chair of the Sustainability and Social Responsibility Committee of the Association, Dr. Ali Adnan has demonstrated unwavering commitment to advancing environmentally conscious practices and social responsibility efforts.”
“In my personal capacity, I have had the privilege of cultivating a longstanding relationship with Dr. Ali Adnan over the years. Throughout this time, I have come to know him as a tenacious and dedicated individual, whose outstanding initiatives have been instrumental in encouraging green finance practices. It is with deep gratitude that I express my sincerest thanks and appreciation for Dr. Ali Adnan’s invaluable contributions to our shared mission.”
Dr. Waheed Al Qassim, the CEO of BAB, expressed his profound pride in Dr. Ali Adnan’s significant contributions to the Association, particularly in promoting sustainable finance practices within Bahraini banks. Dr. Waheed also expressed his admiration for Dr. Ali Adnan’s valuable expertise in the field and his eagerness to continue providing guidance and support to further advance these efforts.
Dr. Waheed wished Dr. Ali Adnan every success in his career, recognizing the importance of his continued contributions to the sustainable finance landscape in Bahrain and beyond.
For his part, Dr. Ali Adnan conveyed his profound appreciation and gratitude for the prestigious recognition bestowed upon him by the Bahrain Association of Banks. He expressed his utmost pride in the crucial role and responsibilities that were entrusted to him during his tenure as the Chairperson of the Sustainability and Social Responsibility Committee.
Dr. Adnan also highlighted the outstanding accomplishments that were attained under his leadership, which significantly contributed to advancing the banking industry’s progress in Bahrain.

BAB - IMF Delegation
2023-03-15 10:00 - 17:00 UTC
The International Monetary Fund Article IV Consultation Mission visited the Kingdom of Bahrain from the 8th-22nd May 2022. During their visit, the delegation met BAB Chairman and CEO for the purpose of collecting data and information necessary to prepare the periodic report of the Article IV Consultations for the Kingdom of Bahrain, which focuses on the economic situation in the Kingdom.

Standard Chartered Bank named ‘Gold Sponsor’ for Banking sector centenary
2019-10-01 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Standard Chartered Bank named ‘Gold Sponsor’ for Banking sector centenary
Bahrain Association of Banks announced that Standard Chartered Bank participate as a Gold sponsor for the 100th anniversary celebration of Bahrain’s banking sector, the celebration that marks the establishment of this bank in 1920 as the first bank in Bahrain.
Bahrain Association of Banks (BAB) said previously that the celebration will be held on December 11 under the patronage of His Royal Highness the Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa following several events, publications and meetings.
BAB confirmed Standard chartered Bank gold sponsorship of the 100-anniversary celebration and the annual Bahraini Banks reception celebration, which will be organized by the association and held in Washington, DC to coincide with the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund scheduled from 18-20 October 2019.
BAB chief executive Dr. Waheed AL Qassim said: “We are delighted to welcome Standard chartered Bank as a Gold Sponsor which reflects banking institutions’ keenness to achieve sustainable growth, boost the sector and set leadership standards,”
“This support reflects Bank’s keenness to showcase Bahrain’s advanced position in financial services, support BAB in achieving its objectives, promote the leading position of this sector, and highlight its importance as a leading economic sector in the Kingdom” added Dr. Al Qassim
Standard Chartered Bank CEO Mr. Abdulla Bukhowa praised BAB’s efforts in highlighting locally, regionally and globally the prominent position of the Bahrain banking sector, and Bahrain’s advanced environment in the field of legislation and banking services in general.
It is an honor for Standard Chartered Bank to be a leading supporter of BAB’s celebration of the centenary of the banking sector, that is based on the history of the Bank’s establishment in Bahrain a century ago.
