KUWAIT: In alignment with its commitment to upholding sustainability principles and supporting educational endeavors within the Ministry of Education, Gulf Bank successfully concluded its sponsorship of the "Journey of the Dinar” art and cultural exhibition. Organized by the Capital Educational Zone at The Avenues Mall, the event marked the initial issuance of the Kuwaiti currency in April 1961.
It took place under the patronage of the Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Public Education, Dr. Hessa Al-Mutawa, with Gulf Bank’s General Manager of Consumer Banking, Mohammed Al-Qattan, also in attendance. The exhibition showcased the evolution of the Kuwaiti Dinar through 80 artistic pieces from different educational districts within the Ministry of Education, creatively depicting the currency’s history from its initial issuance to its rise as one of the most valuable currencies in the world.
Since its initial release, the Kuwaiti Dinar has undergone several updates, the most recent being the sixth issuance released in June 2014. This edition is marked by a consistent and sophisticated design, highlighting important symbols from Kuwait’s national heritage and key economic milestones. The currency notes feature representations of significant national symbols on the front and historical narratives of Kuwait’s development and economic achievements on the reverse side.
Gulf Bank eagerly sponsored this distinctive cultural art exhibition, which highlights the younger generation’s connection to symbols of national independence, particularly the introduction of the national currency. This sponsorship aligns with celebrating the country’s founding and the start of its modern revival. In line with Kuwait’s vision and its five-year banking strategy that prioritizes youth, Gulf Bank is committed to actively supporting and encouraging young individuals in various sectors and activities, with a particular focus on the arts, creativity, and Kuwaiti heritage.
Furthermore, the bank organizes numerous events and initiatives aimed at educating and training youth in financial and banking matters, preparing them for the job market and qualifying them to enter the world of entrepreneurship. Gulf Bank’s vision is to be the leading Kuwaiti Bank of the Future. The bank is constantly engaging and empowering its employees as part of an inclusive and diversified workplace in recognition of every employee’s role in delivering customer excellence and serving the community at large.
With its extensive network of branches and innovative digital services, Gulf Bank is able to give its customers the choice of how and where to conduct their banking transactions, all while ensuring a simple and seamless banking experience. Gulf Bank is committed to maintaining robust developments in sustainability at environmental, social and governance levels through diverse sustainability initiatives, strategically selected to benefit the bank both internally and externally. Gulf Bank supports Kuwait Vision 2035 "New Kuwait” and works with various parties to achieve it.