Bahrain Bourse awarded for Best Corporate Governance and Work Life Balance by Global Banking & Finance Awards

Bahrain Bourse awarded for Best Corporate Governance and Work Life Balance by Global Banking & Finance Awards

Bahrain Bourse, a self-regulated multi-asset marketplace, has been awarded two prestigious accolades by Global Banking & Finance magazine, for "Best Corporate Governance Company“ as well as "Best Work Life Balance Program“ for the year 2021 in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Bahrain Bourse being awarded the Best Corporate Governance Company award reflects its exceptional performance and commitment towards governance, transparency, and compliance. This recognition plays an important role in highlighting the Bourse's efforts in creating long term value to focus on Bahrain's 2030 Economic Vision. Earlier this month, Bahrain Bourse launched its voluntary environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting guideline for listed companies and other stakeholders. The ESG Guideline includes the latest reporting methodologies widely adopted by the industry and enables listed companies to navigate through the evolving standards on ESG data disclosure. The Bourse has also been recognized for having the "Best Work Life Balance Program“, which is in line with the efforts taken to increase the Kingdom's value through alignment with its national initiatives by harmonizing management practices. The principles of development are well embedded in the company's values, as they aim to preserve the long term well-being of Bahraini citizens by continuously playing the role of a key