Arab Bank has supported Augusta Victoria Hospital in Jerusalem by funding the establishment and equipping of a fully integrated blood bank through a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing the hospital's preparedness and advancing its blood transfusion system, thereby contributing to more efficient and higher-quality patient care, particularly in emergencies.

This initiative reflects the Bank's ongoing commitment to supporting the healthcare sector through sustainable projects that contribute to developing the infrastructure of healthcare institutions and enhancing their capacity to deliver medical services in line with the highest standards, while addressing the growing need for safe and timely blood transfusion services.

The new blood bank will provide a comprehensive system for the storage and management of blood units in line with international best practices, enabling a faster response to emergencies and ensuring the continuous availability of blood for patients in need, primarily oncology and hematology patients, as well as patients undergoing surgical procedures.

Commenting on this initiative, Dr. Jamal Hurani, Arab Bank's Palestine Country Manager commented: "Arab Bank remains committed to supporting the healthcare sector and strengthening its capacity to deliver essential healthcare services to the community. Our support for the establishment and equipping of the blood bank at Augusta Victoria Hospital reflects our ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality of healthcare services and enabling the hospital to meet patients' needs more efficiently, contributing to the provision of safe and sustainable care for patients whose treatment depends on blood transfusion services.

For his part, Dr. Fadi Atrash, CEO of Augusta Victoria Hospital, expressed his appreciation for Arab Bank’s support, highlighting the Bank's longstanding commitment to advancing healthcare services as part of its corporate social responsibility efforts. He noted that the establishment of an integrated blood bank at the hospital marks an important step in enhancing its operational readiness and strengthening its blood transfusion services, enabling a faster and more efficient response to patients' needs, particularly those of cancer and hematology patients. He added: "This project underscores the importance of collaboration with private sector institutions in supporting the healthcare sector and strengthens our ability to provide safe, high-quality care, ultimately improving patients' treatment outcomes."

It is worth mentioning that Arab Bank has taken an active role in the community by adopting a comprehensive strategic approach and collaborating with several NGOs to achieve sustainable economic, social, and environmental development. “Together”, Arab Bank’s corporate social responsibility programme is a multi-faceted programme that works on improving and developing different aspects of the community. Through a variety of initiatives and activities, the programme aims to serve the community in areas related to health, poverty alleviation, environmental protection, education, orphan support, and women empowerment.

Arab Bank announced its main sponsorship of Palestine’s first Gaming Summit 2026, held at the Arab American University in Ramallah. The event was attended by H.E. Dr. Abdul Razzaq Natsheh, Minister of Telecommunications and Digital Economy, along with representatives from the public and private sectors, academic and technology institutions, as well as developers, experts, entrepreneurs, and young people interested in esports and technology sectors.

Arab Bank’s sponsorship reflects its commitment to supporting innovation, capacity developing that contribution to advancing digital skills and fostering a culture of creativity and technology among youth. This comes in line with the requirements of the digital economy and the development of a future-ready generation.

The three-day summit brought together key stakeholders from the esports and digital gaming industry. It provided a platform for knowledge sharing and networking through a series of specialised panel discussions, while also showcasing the latest trends through an interactive exhibition featuring technology, telecommunications, and gaming companies. The summit further highlighted the opportunities this fast-growing sector offers to youth, entrepreneurs, and innovators.

Commenting on the sponsorship, Dr. Jamal Hurani, Arab Bank’s Palestine Country Manager, said: “Sponsoring the Gaming Summit reflects Arab Bank’s belief in the importance of investing in young talent and creativity. It also shows our commitment to supporting initiatives that provide opportunities for learning, development, and skills-building in digital and technology fields.”

Dr. Bara Asfour, President of the Arab American University, said: “We extend our appreciation to Arab Bank for its main sponsorship of the summit. We value this collaboration, which reflects the bank’s commitment to supporting knowledge-based and technology-focused initiatives, strengthening the role of academic institutions in developing skills and building capacities, fostering an environment that encourages innovation and creativity, and opening new horizons for Palestinian youth.”

Arab Bank announced its strategic sponsorship of the Palestine Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence Conference, organised by the Palestine Institute for National Security Research (PINSR), under the patronage of His Excellency President Mahmoud Abbas. The conference was attended by the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, H.E. Dr. Abdul Razeq Natshe, representing His Excellency Prime Minister Dr. Mohammad Mustafa, alongside a number of ministers, experts, specialists and decision-makers from the technology, digital security and financial sectors.

Arab Bank’s sponsorship of the conference reflects its commitment to supporting innovation and digital transformation, while underscoring the growing importance of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence in enhancing institutional readiness and enabling organizations to keep pace with rapid global developments shaping today’s world. The sponsorship also highlights the Bank’s dedication to supporting initiatives that contribute to the advancement of the digital ecosystem and foster a culture of innovation and knowledge-sharing.

Held over two days, the conference addressed a range of topics related to cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, including national strategies, legislative and regulatory  frameworks, governance, digital sovereignty, implementation and alignment mechanisms, and cyber threat mitigation. The event also featured specialised research papers aimed at sharing knowledge and expertise among relevant stakeholders and institutions specialised in this field.

During his speech at the conference, Dr. Jamal Hurani, Arab Bank’s Palestine Country Manager, emphasised the importance of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence as key pillars for institutional sustainability and for safeguarding the digital economy, particularly in light of the rapid growth of digital services and the ongoing reliance on technology across various sectors.

Dr. Hurani emphasised that cybersecurity is no longer optional but a key requirement for safeguarding customer data, digital infrastructure, and trust in banking services, particularly amid rising cyber threats and financial fraud. He added that Arab Bank continues to invest in its digital infrastructure and is committed to adopting the latest cybersecurity and AI technologies, in line with international best practices and standards, further enhancing its ability to deliver more efficient, seamless and secure banking services. 

Arab Bank recently received the "Best Bank in the Middle East 2026" award from New York-based Global Finance magazine, a testament to its leading position in the regional banking sector.

This global recognition was made by the editors of Global Finance after extensive consultations with corporate financial executives, banking consultants, and analysts throughout the world.

Global Finance considered several factors when selecting top banks, including asset growth, profitability, geographical reach, strategic relationships, new business development, and product innovation. The evaluation criteria also included the opinions of equity analysts, credit rating analysts, banking consultants, and industry participants.

Global Finance Awards cover more than 150 countries, territories and districts across Africa, Asia-Pacific, the Caribbean, Central America, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, North America, and Western Europe. 

Commenting on this recognition, Randa Sadik - Arab Bank’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “This global recognition reflects the dedication of our staff and the trust of our customers, communities and stakeholders. It affirms Arab Bank's solid performance and our capacity to adapt with purpose in a rapidly evolving environment, underscoring our leading position within the region's financial sector."

She added: "The award is a testament to our enduring commitment to addressing the needs and expectations of our customers across markets and sectors. We remain focused on constantly evolving and growing our dynamic financial services ecosystem, advancing digital innovation and harnessing artificial intelligence to deliver solutions that create lasting value for our customers and the communities we serve.”

It is worth noting that Arab Bank, headquartered in Amman, Jordan, was established in 1930 and has one of the largest global Arab banking networks with over 600 branches. Arab Bank’s extensive network covers key financial markets and centers such as London, Singapore, Shanghai, Geneva, Paris, Sydney, Dubai, and Manama.

Arab Bank concluded its recent campaign, launched to encourage the use of its credit cards, titled: “Visa Credit Cards from Arab Bank...the Beginning of Exceptional Rewards”, with the announcement of the winner of the grand prize - a BMW X1 Plug-in Hybrid car. The campaign witnessed strong engagement from the bank's customers across various governorates.

Ms. Reham Barakat Saleh Abu Mayaleh from Hebron was announced as the winner of the grand prize, after fulfilling the campaign’s participation requirements and qualifying for the electronic draw. The draw included both existing and new customers who used their credit cards for local, international, or online purchases with a minimum spend of USD 1,000 during the campaign’s period.

The winner expressed her delight at receiving the prize and extended he appreciation to Arab Bank for its leading banking offers and services, as well as for its ongoing efforts to promote the use of electronic payment methods through rewarding campaigns and promotions.

Commenting on the campaign, Dr. Jamal Hurani, Arab Bank’s Palestine Country Manager, stated: “We are pleased with the strong response to this campaign, which reflects the growing awareness of the importance of electronic payment methods. We congratulate the winner of the grand prize and look forward to launching more campaigns and offers that provide added value to our customers.” He added: “This campaign is part of the bank’s strategy to foster an electronic payment culture, encourage the use of digital channels, and reduce reliance on cash, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and providing a faster and more flexible banking experience.”

In this context, Arab Bank continues to offer innovative banking solutions and exclusive promotions that keep pace with developments in the banking sector. Most recently, the bank launched the “Your Year is on Us” campaign for both existing and new Arab Bank credit cardholders, featuring a range of monthly rewards including cashback, in addition to a draw for 3 grand prizes worth USD 20,000 each at the end of the campaign.

Arab Bank implemented a series of community initiatives and activities during the holy month of Ramadan, benefiting more than 30,000 individuals across various governorates. These initiatives were carried out as part of its corporate social responsibility programme, “Together", which focuses on supporting underprivileged groups and advancing sustainable community development efforts.

The initiatives included providing Iftar meals, reaching over 13,300 beneficiaries. Meals were distributed to the most vulnerable families in coordination with a number of local associations supporting those in need, helping to ease financial pressures on underprivileged households while reinforcing the values of solidarity and compassion embodied during Ramadan.

The bank also distributed more than 2,000 food parcels to families in need, benefiting approximately 10,200 individuals across eight governorates, in cooperation with the Palestinian Ministry of Social Development and its directorates, as part of joint efforts to meet the essential needs of vulnerable families during the holy month.

In addition, The initiatives included charitable Iftars and recreational activities, benefiting around 6,500 elderly people, orphans, children with special needs, and the visually impaired, in an atmosphere of warmth and social solidarity. Addition, the bank conducted visits to children undergoing cancer treatment and dialysis patients at Augusta Victoria Hospital in Jerusalem, providing psychological and emotional support and bringing joy to them ahead of Eid Al-Fitr.

These initiatives were marked by the active participation of the bank’s employees, with more than 220 volunteer engagements involving the preparation and packaging of food parcels and Iftar meals, as well as organising charitable events and various recreational activities. This reflects the bank’s commitment to fostering a culture of volunteerism and a spirit of giving among its employees, and encouraging their active contribution to serving the community.

Commenting on the initiatives, Dr. Jamal Hurani, Arab Bank’s Palestine Country Manager, said:  “These initiatives demonstrate Arab Bank’s ongoing commitment to supporting and developing local communities, as we strive to create a tangible and sustainable positive, impact that helps the most vulnerable groups while reinforces the values of solidarity and social cohesion.” He added: “The holy month of Ramadan holds a special significance, embodying profound humanitarian and social values that strengthen the spirit of giving. We are also proud of the active participation of our employees in these voluntary initiatives, which reflects the culture of teamwork, cooperation, and responsibility that we strive to instil across the bank.”

It is worth mentioning that Arab Bank has taken an active role in the community by adopting a comprehensive strategic approach and collaborating with several NGOs to achieve sustainable economic, social, and environmental development. “Together”, the bank’s multi-faceted CSR programme dedicated to developing various aspects of the community, seeks to serve the community through a range of initiatives and activities, in areas such as education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, environmental protection, orphan support, and women’s empowerment through joint efforts with local community organisations. 

Arab Bank has signed a cooperation agreement with Rawan Association for Child Development, a non-profit charitable association that provides comprehensive therapeutic education for children aged 3 to 18 with academic and developmental learning difficulties. The agreement aims to support the association’s efforts in providing therapeutic and rehabilitation services to children, within the framework of the bank’s corporate social responsibility programme, “Together”, which gives particular support to impactful community initiatives and enhancing services delivered to the most vulnerable groups.

Under the agreement, Arab Bank will cover the costs of treatment and rehabilitation for 20 children from low-income families over the course of a full year, ensuring their access to these essential services to address learning difficulties, speech disorders, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This support reflects the bank’s commitment to improving children’s quality of life and empowering them to develop their abilities and integrate effectively into society, particularly in light of the economic challenges that may prevent some families from continuing their children’s treatment.

In this context, Dr. Jamal Hurani, Arab Bank's Palestine Country Manager, stated that this agreement aligns with the bank’s vision to support and care for underprivileged segments of society. It also aims to strengthen the role of specialised community institutions that provide social and rehabilitation services contributing to building a better future for children with special educational needs.

For his part, Engineer Nabil Damra, Chairman of the Board of Rawan Association for Child Development, expressed his appreciation for Arab Bank’s support, noting that this collaboration will significantly enhance the services offered to children with academic and developmental learning difficulties and provide a supportive environment that fosters their integration and progress across various aspects of life.

It is worth noting that Arab Bank adopts a comprehensive and integrated approach to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. This reflects its commitment to creating tangible positive impact at both the economic and social levels, alongside its adherence to environmentally sustainable practices. The “Together” corporate social responsibility programme embodies this vision by supporting a wide range of initiatives across key sectors, including education, health, poverty alleviation, environmental protection, women’s empowerment, and orphan support, in collaboration with various community-based organisations.

Arab Bank has renewed its collaboration with the Ministry of Social Development for the sixth consecutive year, delivering more than 2,000 food parcels to families in need, during the holy month of Ramadan. This initiative aligns with the bank’s corporate social responsibility programme, reflecting its commitment to supporting food security and promoting social solidarity.

Under this collaboration, food parcels were distributed through the directorates of the Ministry of Social Development across eight different governorates: Jenin, Tulkarem, Qalqilya, Nablus, Tubas, Salfit, Yatta, and Ramallah, in line with  Ministry’s approved mechanisms and criteria to ensure that aid reaches the families most in need. Arab Bank employees volunteered to help package and prepare the food parcels, translating the bank’s commitment to involve its employees in different voluntary initiatives that help reinforce their social responsibility and giving spirit.

In this regard, Dr. Jamal Hurani, Arab Bank's Palestine Country Manager, said: “This initiative reflects the bank’s commitment to supporting national efforts to assist families in need, especially during Ramadan. It highlights the value of collaboration with the Ministry of Social Development and the joint efforts to ease the financial burdens of the targeted communities, while strengthening cooperation between the public and private sectors.”

For her part, Her Excellency Dr. Samah Hamad, Minister of Social Development, said: “We deeply appreciate this generous initiative by Arab Bank, which reflects the banking sector’s awareness of its social responsibility, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. This collaboration helps strengthen national efforts to support low-income families and underscores the importance of partnering with private-sector institutions to ensure aid reaches the rightful beneficiaries in a fair and transparent manner.” She also emphasised the Ministry’s ongoing coordination with various institutions to enhance the social protection system and support the most vulnerable groups in society, particularly during times that call for collective action.

It is worth noting that Arab Bank adopts a comprehensive and integrated approach to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. This reflects its commitment to creating tangible positive impact at both the economic and social levels, alongside its adherence to environmentally sustainable practices. The “Together” corporate social responsibility programme embodies this vision by supporting a wide range of initiatives across key sectors, including education, health, poverty alleviation, environmental protection, women’s empowerment, and orphan support, in collaboration with various community-based organisations.

Arab Bank signed a cooperation agreement with the Businesswomen Forum to support and develop sustainable women-led projects. This initiative reflects the bank’s ongoing commitment to reinforcing women empowerment programmes and strengthening their active contribution to economic and social development. Through this partnership, the bank will support initiatives that build the capacity of businesswomen, and foster an enabling business environment that enhances the sustainability of their projects, and strengthens women’s role as key partners in driving economic growth.

Under the agreement, Arab Bank will provide financial and technical support to help the development of 30 women-led entrepreneurial projects. The partnership will also include specialised training programmes and consultancy services in entrepreneurship and financial management. These initiatives aim to strengthen participants’ leadership and managerial skills, enabling them to grow their businesses in line with best professional practices and ensure long-term sustainability.

Commenting on the agreement, Dr. Jamal Hurani, Arab Bank's Palestine Country Manager, said: “This partnership reflects the bank’s vision of empowering women and enhancing their contribution to economic development.” He added: “Supporting women-led entrepreneurial initiatives creates broader opportunities for women to participate across different sectors, directly contributing to job creation and strengthening economic and social stability.”

For her part, Eng. Shireen Salameh, Chairwoman of the Businesswomen Forum, expressed her pleasure in partnering with Arab Bank, reaffirming the Forum’s commitment to collaborating with the private sector to provide the resources and expertise needed to empower women to lead successful projects that contribute to economic and social development. She also underscored the importance of joint initiatives in expanding women’s participation in economic activity, highlighting their essential role in advancing sustainable development and fostering a more inclusive and equitable society.

It is worth noting that Arab Bank adopts a comprehensive and integrated approach to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. This reflects its commitment to creating tangible positive impact at both the economic and social levels, alongside its adherence to environmentally sustainable practices. The “Together” corporate social responsibility programme embodies this vision by supporting a wide range of initiatives across key sectors, including education, health, poverty alleviation, environmental protection, women’s empowerment, and orphan support, in collaboration with various community-based organisations.

Arab Bank honoured its volunteers as part of its corporate social responsibility programme “Together” during its annual appreciation ceremony; held in recognition of their outstanding efforts and active contribution to serving the local community. The ceremony was attended by Dr. Jamal Hurani, Arab Bank's Palestine Country Manager, along with several division and department managers and employees.

During the ceremony, the bank honoured the volunteers who took part throughout the year in various activities and initiatives aimed at serving the local community in many areas, including health, environmental protection, poverty alleviation, education, orphan support, and women empowerment. The honoured employees expressed their appreciation for the recognition they received, which serves as a strong motivation to continue volunteering and dedicating their time and efforts to support community initiatives, and strengthen their role in fostering social solidarity and humanitarian impact.

In 2025, “Together” programme has witnessed significant growth, with a notable increase in both the number of volunteers and beneficiaries, underscoring the bank's ongoing commitment to community support and the achievement of sustainable development goals. The programme has generated a clear positive impact on local communities across various governorates, while also contributing to the development of employees’ skills and reinforcing values of citizenship, cooperation, and teamwork among them.

Arab Bank’s volunteers carried out a total of 31 initiatives in 2025, with the participation of more than 288 employees across various divisions, departments, and branches of the Bank in Palestine, with a total of 477 volunteer participations amounting to approximately 1,194 volunteer hours, reaching over 900,000 beneficiaries through the bank’s support of various community and sustainability-related initiatives.

As part of its strategic commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) sustainability standards, and in line with its ongoing efforts in sustainable financing across Palestine, Arab Bank announced the full financing of the “Noor Tubas” solar power project; located in the Governorate of Tubas and Northern Valleys. The financing covered all stages of the project, from inception through to full operations generating capacity of 24 megawatts, establishing it as the largest solar power plant of its kind in Palestine.  

The announcement coincided with the official inauguration of the plant, which was held in the presence of His Excellency Prime Minister Dr. Mohammad Mustafa, and His Excellency Engineer Ayman Ismail, the Chairman of the Palestinian Energy and Natural Resources Authority, alongside a number of Ministers and representatives from the public and private sectors, and the farming community. Official speeches underscored the strategic significance of this vital project and highlighted Arab Bank’s pivotal role as a key financing partner since the project’s launch, reflecting its confidence throughout all stages until it became an operational national project serving the community and the national economy.

Commenting on the project, Dr. Jamal Hourani, Arab Bank’s Palestine Country Manager, said: “We are proud to have financed “Noor Tubas” project from its early stages, as it represents a leading example of large-scale green financing projects aligned with the bank’s commitment to ESG standards. We believe that the role of the banking sector extends beyond traditional financing to empowering strategic projects that deliver sustainable impact on economic, social and environmental levels. This also safeguards energy, supports farmers and benefits local communities.”

Dr. Hourani added that the project reflects Arab Bank’s belief that national projects are capable of driving sustainable change, reaffirming the bank’s commitment to expanding its sustainable finance portfolio and continuing to support renewable energy initiatives and green infrastructure projects, thereby accelerating the transition towards a green economy.

The founders and owners of “Noor Tubas” project expressed their appreciation for Arab Bank’s trust in this key investment from its early stages. They noted that the financing provided by Arab Bank was a decisive factor in transforming the idea into a leading national project that serves farmers, promotes sustainability and contributes to reducing agricultural production costs

“Noor Tubas” project stands as a clear example of effective partnership between the banking sector and productive industries. This aims at reducing reliance on conventional energy sources, supporting the transition to clean energy, and enhancing energy stability.

It is worth noting that Arab Bank is one of the leading banks locally and regionally for its commitment to responsible sustainable financing and the implementation of ESG standards, as well as for adopting advanced banking solutions and services in line with the latest industry developments. In 2025, Arab Bank was acknowledged with several regional awards for sustainability and corporate social responsibility, further underscoring the bank’s role as an active partner in major development projects, promoting sustainable growth and community service, in line with its vision towards building a more resilient and sustainable economy for future generations.

Arab Bank has recently launched a new promotional campaign targeting both existing and new Arab Bank credit cardholders, under the title “Your Year is on Us”, offering a range of valuable prizes and benefits. The campaign aligns with the bank’s strategy to enhance digital banking services and elevate the cardholders’ experience when using Arab Bank credit cards for purchases and payments through various channels, to meet different spending patterns.

The launch of the campaign coincides with the beginning of the New Year, reflecting Arab bank’s focus on addressing customers’ diverse needs and aspirations, including shopping, travel, paying tuition fees and settling various bills. It enables cardholders to make secure and seamless electronic payments using their credit cards, whether locally, internationally or via online shopping platforms. The campaign also gives customers the opportunity to benefit from exclusive offers and privileges, adding further value to their banking experience.

The campaign includes a draw for 60 prizes throughout the campaign period, which runs until the end of 2026, with five winners selected each month. Each winner will receive 100% cashback capped at USD500, when using their Arab Bank credit card for purchases totaling USD200 or more. The campaign also features a draw for three grand prizes at the end of the campaign; each valued at USD 20,000, for customers whose total credit card spending reaches USD1,000 or more during the campaign period.

Commenting on the launch of the new campaign, Mr. Wael Al-Khatib, Head of Consumer Banking at Arab Bank – Palestine, said: “This campaign aligns with the bank’s digital transformation strategy aimed at providing our customers with innovative and secure payment solutions that enhance their day-to-day banking experience.” He added: “The campaign reflects the bank’s commitment to expanding the use of electronic payment methods, positioning credit cards as a practical, convenient, and secure payment option.” He also noted that launching the campaign at the start of the New Year is a gesture of appreciation for customers’ trust in the bank and a way of rewarding them with exclusive offers and high-value prizes.

It is worth noting that Arab Bank offers a wide range of credit cards designed to meet customers’ different needs, with numerous benefits including flexible repayment options through monthly installments at interest rates of up to  0%, under the “Buy Now, Pay Later” programme, in addition to an attractive rewards scheme through the Arabi Points programme, and extensive local and international acceptance, providing greater flexibility of use and keeping pace with changing lifestyles.