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Reaffirming its commitment to human capital investment in line with Kuwait Vision 2035 Kuwait, 21 April 2026 In continued efforts to advance senior leadership excellence, Burgan Bank announced signing a strategic partnership with the Kuwait Institute of Banking Studies (KIBS), with the Bank participating in the acclaimed Hult Ashridge Executive Program. Expanding on the Bank’s existing partnership with KIBS, the two parties announced their collaboration in delivering the specialized bespoke program in a signing ceremony held at KIBS. This comes as part of Burgan Bank’s leading human capital development strategy in line with

17 February 2026- The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), organized KnowTalks 2026 sessions at the United Nations House in Kuwait on February 16, 2026. This reflects KnowTalks’ expansion at regional and global levels and its commitment to year-round events in the UAE and beyond. Building on the Knowledge Summit’s vision, KnowTalks provides a global platform for intellectual discussion and future development. The initiative aims to maintain knowledge dialogue and transform data into practical tools with tangible societal impact. His Excellency Jamal

Kuwait, 29 January 2026: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) has successfully concluded its pioneering initiative, “KIB She L.E.A.D.S in STEM,” reaffirming the Bank’s continued commitment to developing its national human capital and strengthening future-readiness within the organization. The initiative was designed to enable female junior staff by equipping them with core competencies through the application of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), key skills shaping the future of the banking and financial sector in Kuwait. Commenting on the occasion Siham AlKhorayef, Sr. Manager – Learning and Development

The Bank welcomed 200 new employees hired in 2025, with Kuwaitization rate of 94.29% • Recruitment aligned with national employment priorities and Kuwait Vision 2035 • Burgan Bank reinforces employer-of-choice positioning through structured talent development • The Bank’s flagship Ro’ya leadership program advances high-potential talent across four leadership streams • Strategic partnerships with leading institutions support continuous skills development • Burgan Bank recognized with regional and international awards for talent development excellence • First bank in Kuwait to be cer