Kuwait, 15th August, 2013:  Gulf Bank announced today it will be the platinum sponsor of the 25th Memorial Journey for Pearl Diving. The journey, which begins from the 15th- 22nd August, is organized each year by the Committee of the Marine Heritage of the Kuwait Sea Sport Club, under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Amir of Kuwait.

During the yearly memorial journey, young participants are reminded of the difficulties Kuwaiti sailors faced before oil had been discovered, along with the traditions their ancestors developed during these times. The young divers will revisit the hardships faced by Kuwait's forefathers and celebrate the values instilled within them from their sacrifices. Values such as patience, cooperation, self-reliance and having faith in God that hold true to this day.

Mr. Fawzy Al-Thunayan, General Manager of Board Affairs at Gulf Bank said : "The Memorial Journey aims to deepen the youths sense of Kuwait's past and the historical ties between citizens of the G.C.C. The Bank supports and emphasizes the true Kuwaiti identity and the importance of the Kuwaiti traditions and customs, through sponsoring different events."

Mr. Fawzy Al-Thunayan, General

Manager of Board Affairs at Gulf

Bank