Press Releases
02.08.26 Press Statement
KIBS Launches the Fifth Cohort of the "Risk Management Leaders Program"
As part of the Central Bank of Kuwait’s strategic endeavor to build highly qualified national cadres in various financial and banking fields, and develop risk management capabilities, which has great importance in enhancing the banking environment and in fortifying financial operations, the Kuwait Institute of Banking Studies (KIBS), launched the fifth cohort of the Risk Management Leaders Program (RMLP), within Kafa’a initiative undertaken by the Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) in collaboration with Kuwaiti banks, and managed by KIBS.
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Moody's Affirms State of Kuwait Sovereign Credit Rating at (A1); Outlook Stable
Moody's affirms State of Kuwait sovereign credit rating at (A1); outlook stable
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Standard & Poor's Affirms State of Kuwait Credit Ratings at 'AA-'; Outlook Stable
Standard & Poor's affirms State of Kuwait sovereign credit ratings at 'AA-'; outlook stable
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CBK Celebrates Kuwaiti Women’s Day
As part of Central Bank of Kuwait’s drive to empower women to fulfil their vital role in development, the Bank affirmed its support to women, as it provides one of the most prominent examples of women’s active role within Kuwaiti society in all professions and their marked performance across sectors.
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Launching FinTech MBA Internal Scholarship Program for Kuwaitis in Cooperation with Gulf University
In light of the Central Bank of Kuwait’s strategy to develop qualified national cadres in the financial and banking sector, and in response to the changes in this field, the Kuwait Institute of Banking Studies (KIBS) announced the launch of the FinTech MBA Internal Scholarship Program for Kuwaitis, in cooperation the Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST). The program is one of the initiatives under the “Kafa’a” program, led by CBK and managed by KIBS.
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CBK Launches the First Edition of the "Advanced Cybersecurity Leaders Program"
The CBK Governor and Chairman of Kuwait Institute of Banking Studies (KIBS) Board of Directors, Basel Al-Haroon, announced the launch of the first edition of the “Advanced Cybersecurity Leaders Program.” This program falls under the “Kafa’a” initiative launched by CBK in collaboration with Kuwaiti banks managed by the KIBS. The initiative aims to develop qualified national cadres in the banking sector and the national economy, and to enhance technical capacities in the field of cybersecurity in response to the evolving needs of the banking sector, and in alignment with its strategic priorities to develop and strengthen technical capabilities in Cloud Security, and strengthen its resilience against the risks associated with the rapid advancement of modern technologies used in the sector’s information systems.
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CBK Offers a Stimulus Package for Local Banks
The Central Bank of Kuwait affirmed that the Kuwaiti banking sector enjoys strong regulatory indicators that reflect its robust financial position. Financial soundness indicators, including liquidity and capital adequacy ratios, exceed global averages and regulatory requirements by comfortable margins, reflecting the strength of banks' financial positions and their continued ability to face various challenges. This reinforces their ability to sustainably meet their obligations and continue providing banking services with high efficiency and reliability. The Central Bank of Kuwait explained that the banking sector's resilience is a result of the prudent precautionary policies it has pursued over the past years.
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Standard & Poor's Affirms State of Kuwait Sovereign Credit Rating at (AA-); Outlook Stable
Standard & Poor's affirms State of Kuwait sovereign ratings at (AA-); Outlook Stable.
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CBK Affirms the Continuity of Banking Operations and the Resilience of the Banking Sector
In light of ongoing monitoring of geopolitical developments in the region, the Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) affirms the Kuwaiti banking sector’s high degree of operational readiness and resilience, enabling it to continue providing all banking services efficiently and reliably under current circumstances. This is due to the measures taken by local banks, in accordance with the Central Bank's directives, to strengthen risk management systems, develop business continuity and emergency plans, upgrade digital infrastructure, and conduct regular drills simulating various potential scenarios. These measures enhance the preparedness of human resources and operational systems to handle emerging developments.
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International Monetary Fund Concludes 2025 Article IV Consultation with the State of Kuwait
International Monetary Fund (IMF) concludes 2025 Article IV consultation with the State of Kuwait.
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