As part of the Bank’s partnership with KOC and its dedicated efforts to bolster the sports culture in Kuwait

Kuwait, 6 August 2024

As the 2024 Olympic Games unfold in Paris, Burgan Bank reaffirms its unwavering support of Team Kuwait, commending the extraordinary athletes’ efforts in pursuing Olympic glory. This comes as part of Burgan’s renewed partnership with the Kuwait Olympic Committee (KOC) and its proud sponsorship of Team Kuwait. These initiatives align with the Bank’s comprehensive social responsibility program and efforts to elevate Kuwait's sporting landscape. Moreover, it reinforces Burgan Bank’s commitment to integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into its endeavors to advance Kuwaiti society across all dimensions.

“The Burgan Bank family takes pride in Team Kuwait’s participation in the 2024 Olympic Games,” said Mrs. Kholoud Rida AlFeeli, Deputy General Manager – Marketing and Communication at Burgan Bank. “Regardless of the competition’s outcome, each team member's dedication and countless hours of rigorous training are truly worth praising and celebrating. They represent Kuwait with distinction amidst the world’s elite athletes.”

“Burgan Bank’s presence alongside Team Kuwait throughout the games is a testament to our support for these exceptional Kuwaiti athletes,” she added. “We also extend our sincere gratitude to the Kuwait Olympic Committee for their invaluable partnership, cooperation, and meticulous arrangements in ensuring the well-being and comfort of our nation’s athletes.”

The Kuwaiti contingent at the Paris 2024 Olympics comprises nine athletes competing in shooting, athletics, sailing, rowing, swimming, and fencing, including Amal Al Roumi, Ameena Shah, Lara Dashti, Soaad Al-Faqaan, Khaled Al-Mudhaf, Mohammad Al-Daihani, Mohammad Zubaid, Yousef Al-Shamlan, and Yaqoub Al-Youha. Several of these athletes have benefited from Burgan Bank’s sponsorship through the Olympic Athlete Preparation Program and at various regional and international competitions.

Burgan Bank’s enduring commitment to nurturing athletic talent and fostering a thriving sports culture in Kuwait is evident in its extensive sponsorship portfolio. This includes supporting Tareq Al-Qallaf, Kuwait’s wheelchair fencing world champion, the Kuwait Equestrian Federation, the Kuwaiti national Padel team, and the Kuwait Women’s Football League. Additionally, the Bank has contributed to the success of major sporting events such as the 8th edition of Flare Festival, Kuwait’s premier fitness challenge, the 5th edition of the Women’s Football Tournament, and the 2023 final match of the Kuwait Crown Prince Cup.