Kuwait, 17 March 2019: The second Qout Market of 2019, took place on 9th March, in Kuwait’s Safat Square. The market saw renewed focus on the environment, as Gulf Bank went green with a unique initiative highlighting both sustainability and the environment.

Alongside fun featured activities, the Bank hosted a full spring experience, featuring a stunning garden and spring-themed photobooth, as well as a unique planting workshop. As visitors enjoyed the striking scenery of the garden, accompanied by live music, they were invited to take part in a planting workshop. The workshop saw visitors choose a leaf seed, before being guided on soil planting and care. In addition to the workshop, Gulf Bank set up an innovative outdoor recycling station, furthering its commitment to the environment.

Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Ahmad Al Amir, Assistant General Manager for External Communications, Gulf Bank, said: “Gulf Bank has always maintained a strong commitment to the care of our environment, and through our partnership with Qout Market, we are proud to promote the importance and ease of going green. We would like to thank everyone who joined us on Saturday, and we look forward to spreading the message of our mission and working together to protect Kuwait’s environment.”

Founded in 2013, Qout Market has become a national fixture on the social calendar attracting over 18,000 regional and local visitors in previous seasons. Initially established to provide a versatile space bringing together artisanal farmers from different backgrounds, the market has developed into a platform of diversity. Offering a full rounded market experience suitable for every member of the community and attracting, incubating, and highlighting the incredible spectrum of Kuwait’s local artisan community.

For more information about Gulf Bank’s corporate social responsibility initiatives and activities, please log on to www.e-gulfbank.com or visit its social media channels.