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Warba Bank has recently announced its participation in the "Afaq" Gulf Payment System, following the successful completion of all required tests and procedures in collaboration with the Central Bank of Kuwait. This strategic move is designed to enhance the banking experience for Warba Bank customers conducting financial transactions within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, ensuring speed and security. The "Afaq" service streamlines the process of executing financial transfers in the currencies of GCC countries for the participating banks in the "Afaq" Gulf Payment System, guaranteeing efficiency and a secure environment.

Layali Mustafa Al-Fahad, Chief Operations Officer, Operations Group at Warba Bank, emphasized the bank's commitment to providing cutting-edge financial and digital solutions. With a focus on continuous improvement, Warba Bank tailors its services and financial transfers to cater to the needs of both individual and corporate customers. The bank remains vigilant in keeping up with the evolving banking landscape, striving to deliver exceptional services to its clientele.

Al-Fahad further highlighted Warba Bank's proactive role in adopting the latest technologies to enhance efficiency and minimize reliance on external financial systems and transfer networks. This strategic approach aligns with the Central Bank of Kuwait's vision of developing regional payment systems. By embracing innovative solutions, the bank contributes to reducing costs for customers and streamlining the transfer process. Al-Fahad further explained that Warba Bank has started reaping the rewards of its efforts and investments in the field of technological and digital services in recent years. These advancements ultimately benefit both individual and corporate customers.

She highlighted that this system is an integral part of a regional infrastructure operated and developed by the company. It serves as the underlying framework for shared regional payment systems among Gulf countries. The system enables instant settlement between Gulf central banks, facilitates transactions in local currencies, and simplifies clearing and settlement processes.

Al-Fahad emphasized that the new system ensures swift and secure completion of cash transfers while standardizing their format. This will significantly contribute to enhancing shared Gulf payment systems and implementing effective strategies to mitigate various financial risks. Moreover, it will promote advanced levels of economic and financial integration among Gulf countries.

Furthermore, she noted that Warba Bank's accomplishment adds to its extensive track record of services and notable system updates, enabling it to stay at the forefront of the evolving market and meet the requirements set by the Central Bank of Kuwait. This commitment ensures a competitive advantage and excellence in delivering services to the bank's customers.

It is noteworthy that Warba Bank has achieved remarkable success within a short span of time, establishing itself as a leading player in the domain of Islamic digital banking services for individuals. Moreover, it stands out among local banks due to its large number of shareholders, fostering a close connection with all segments of society. Additionally, Warba Bank has gained recognition as one of the top 50 banks in the Middle East in terms of market value for the year 2023, according to Forbes Middle East's rankings.