12-05-2025
Yaser Alsharifi represents Bahrain banking sector on Union of Arab Banks board
The Union of Arab Banks (UAB) has announced the selection of Yaser Alsharifi, Chairman of the Bahrain Association of Banks, as the representative of the Bahraini banking sector at the union.
Alsharifi received an official letter from Dr Wissam H Fattouh, Secretary-General of the Union of Arab Banks, congratulating him on his appointment as a member of the Union's Board of Directors in its 18th term.
In the message, Dr Fattouh welcomed Alsharifi as the representative of the Bahraini banking sector and commended his anticipated role in strengthening the Union's efforts to advance Arab cooperation and establish a solid foundation for the union to fulfil its mission in supporting the development of Arab economies and societies.
Alsharifi expressed his appreciation for the union's confidence in appointing him to its Board of Directors and affirmed that this nomination reflects the prominent standing of the Kingdom of Bahrain's banking and financial sector and its significant contribution to advancing the Union's mission of achieving greater Arab banking integration.
Alsharifi also underscored his commitment to sharing Bahrain's pioneering experiences in the banking industry, fostering the exchange of best practices, and collaborating with fellow board members to shape forward-looking banking policies that respond to global economic shifts and promote sustainable development across the Arab region.
