Boursa Kuwait was awarded the ‘Best for Sustaining Communities – Middle East’ award for 2025 by Global Finance as part of the magazine’s Sustainable Finance and Investment Banking Awards ceremony.
Global Finance’s recognition of Boursa Kuwait reaffirms the company’s unwavering commitment to the highest standards of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) implementation and reporting and adopting them within its operational framework.
It also reflects Boursa Kuwait’s strategic vision of embedding a culture of corporate sustainability through impactful initiatives that drive lasting, positive change in the community and support the development of a more transparent and efficient capital market.
Adopting a comprehensive approach, Boursa Kuwait has supported social, educational, and environmental programs to empower various segments of the population and expand access to financial literacy. These initiatives are in full alignment with the objectives of Kuwait’s National Development Plan, reinforcing the company’s position as a key driver of sustainable development in the country.
Commenting on the award, Boursa Kuwait’s Senior Director of Marketing and Corporate Communications Naser Meshari Al-Sanousi stated that, “This international award stands as another testament to Boursa Kuwait’s continued leadership in corporate sustainability and social responsibility. The company is proud to see its efforts recognized by a prestigious publication like Global Finance, a reflection of the international business community’s confidence in our business model and our commitment to transparency and positive impact. Boursa Kuwait remains focused on strengthening strategic partnerships and advancing sustainable practices across Kuwait’s financial sector.”
“Boursa Kuwait firmly believes that sustainability is a shared responsibility across all segments of society, and a unique opportunity to build a prosperous future for generations to come. On behalf of Boursa Kuwait, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to Global Finance for this recognition, which serves as a strong motivator to continue innovating across our initiatives and delivering added value to the Kuwaiti community and the national economy,” Al-Sanousi added.
This marks the second time Boursa Kuwait has received this prestigious honor from Global Finance, following its initial win in 2023. The company was also named ‘Best in Sustainability Transparency’ for both 2023 and 2024, further underscoring its leadership in ESG disclosure and sustainable business practices. Since 2018, the company has won over 25 awards in sustainability from several internationally renowned institutions and publications.
Global Finance Sustainable Finance Awards
The Global Finance Sustainable Finance Awards recognize global, regional, and local leadership in sustainable finance, commending the efforts of financial institutions that support and adopt initiatives aimed at mitigating the negative impacts of climate change and building a more sustainable future for humanity. Award recipients are selected based on their contributions to comprehensive sustainable finance, community support, resource management, transparency, and reporting, as well as their overall commitment to sustainable financing.
