Gulf Bank organizes “Naqsat Al-Khamis” during Ramadan

Gulf Bank organizes “Naqsat Al-Khamis” during Ramadan

KUWAIT: In celebration of Kuwaiti customs and traditions, and in support of small and medium-sized enterprises, Gulf Bank is organizing a weekly “Naqsat Al-Khamis” initiative on Thursdays during Ramadan. Gulf Bank is collaborating with various Kuwaiti restaurants and bakeries as part of an ongoing series of community events that the Bank hosts for customers and the local community throughout Ramadan.

“By reviving this authentic Kuwaiti custom, we aim to communicate with our local community during the holy month. At the same time, the initiative is a wonderful opportunity to support bakeries and restaurants by helping them to market and advertise their products,” said Duaa Sheshtari, Senior Corporate Communications Officer at Gulf Bank.

She indicated that the Bank has collaborated with multiple shops and bakeries in preparing “Naqsat Al-Khamis” during Ramadan, an initiative that has been widely greeted and by members of the local community who are eager to encourage young entrepreneurs.

She noted that “Naqsat Al-Khamis,” a valuable local custom, has evolved from its earlier form of distributing simple dishes of home food, and embodies the spirit of brotherhood and neighborly love. Today, the custom is also celebrated by major community institutions, including Gulf Bank in collaboration with SMEs, and falls within Gulf