KUWAIT: Within the framework of its unique social responsibility program, Ahli United Bank (AUB) has co-sponsored the Kuwait Banking Association's Second Night Run competition. Held on 13th April at Al-Murooj Complex, the 5 kilometers racing competition was held under the theme Ready - Set - Glow.

Targeting all age groups of different athletic ability the event emphasized the need to lead a healthy life style through sports and physical fitness.

Commenting on the race, Mrs Sahar Dashti, General Manager of Customer Protection, being also responsible for the Program of Social Responsibility at Ahli United Bank said: "We are very pleased to participate and support this special event for the second year in a row. We are always keen to contribute to these initiatives that can only lead to positive results on the physical fitness and mental alertness in addition to promoting team spirit and cooperation among all those involved, both individual participants and sponsors. That was a racing competition designed to support sports activities and spread health awareness among members of society through a variety of remarkable initiatives."

Dashti expressed thanks to Dr Hamad Al-Hasawi, Secretary-General of Kuwait Banking Association and to the organizers of this unique health promoting initiative, and called for organizing this event every year in order to send a strong message to society by calling attention to the need to embrace positive practices and lead a healthy life style.