NBB Participates in the Global Water, Energy, and Climate Change Congress (GWECCC) 2025

The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) recently participated in the Global Water, Energy, and Climate Change Congress (GWECCC) 2025 as an Associate Partner. 

The Congress served as a key regional platform convening government officials, international experts, and private sector stakeholders to accelerate dialogue and collective action on water security, energy transition, and climate resilience.

NBB’s leadership also offered valuable insights in key speaking engagements at the event. Usman Ahmed, Group Chief Executive Officer, joined a high-level Investment panel where he explained the role of sustainable financing in driving economic growth and supporting the shift to a green economy. Meanwhile, Zied Jalali, Group Head – Corporate Finance, spoke on an Energy roundtable to discuss how institutions can scale innovation with the right go-to-market strategies, financing models, and global partnerships.  Abdul Aziz Al Ahmed, Chief Executive – Strategic Accounts, represented NBB on stage, where he received an award of appreciation from H.E. the Deputy Prime Minister in recognition of the Bank’s contributions as a strategic partner in advancing the national climate agenda.

NBB’s participation at GWECCC 2025 reflects its ongoing efforts to help achieve Bahrain’s national sustainability goals, in alignment with its ESG commitments.