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Commercial Bank Sponsors the third Qatar International Businesswomen Forum

15 October 2012

In support of the economic empowerment of women in the Arabworld, Commercial Bank today announced its sponsorship of the third Qatar International Businesswomen Forum taking place on 15 and 16 October, 2012,at the St. Regis Hotel in Doha, Qatar.

Commercial Bank's sponsorship highlights its support for the Qatar International Businesswomen Forum, and more specifically, the role of womenin the development of economies of scales throughout the Arab world.

The event will highlight the achievements of Qatari businesswomen and female entrepreneursas well the achievements of businesswomen from around the world. The agendafor the event also includes discussions of broader business issues that areof particular interest to the Gulf countries and the Arab world at large.

Abdulla Al Raisi Deputy CEO Commercial Bank said: “We are proud sponsors of the Qatar International Businesswomen Forum as we both appreciate and promote the role ofwomen in boosting the Qatari economy, and also encourage the entrepreneurial spirit of women and their personal development."

"We endeavour to support the requirements ofbusinesswomen whose ventures are growing at a rapid pace by offering them financial solutions to meet their constantly changing needs, as well as offer solutions to meet the daily banking requirements of women in the community.”

Mr Al Raisi furtheradded: “In line with Commercial Bank’s motivation to support initiatives that promote community development, we have sponsoredthis prestigious event to empower women to contribute to the growth andadvancement of Qatar, bringing us one step closer to achieving the country’s2030 vision. We strive to be more than just a bank; we hope to be valuable partners that provide best in class products and services to everyindividual, small business, large corporations, and anyone else who may benefit from our services.”

Mrs. Aisha al-Fardan, Vice Chairwoman of the Qatari Businesswomen Association, thanked Commercial Bank for supporting the cause of women’s empowerment through this sponsorship.

She added that “Following the launch of the Qatar International Businesswomen Forum in 2010, the main aim of this conference is todraw attention to the economic role that women play in society and to their business prowess, at the same time generating a wide recognition of women and their contribution to the Arab societies.”