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National bank of Kuwait (NBK)

National bank of Kuwait (NBK) was the first national bank in Kuwait and the entire Arabian Gulf region established in 1952. All the board members and the founders of NBK were renowned merchants of Kuwaiti origin. NBK was established with a capital of 13,100 shares, each valued 1,000 Indian rupees – equivalent to 75 Kuwaiti dinars today. Over the years NBK has proved itself to be a financial leader in the Arab world.

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Social Security and Welfare in Kuwait

Kuwait's citizens are not required to pay into any programs that would qualify them for compensation if they wanted financial aid. The size of the country and the level of its wealth means that in times of trouble it can afford to look after its citizens, although there are some funds that a worker can afford to give himself extra security and peace of mind.

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The Scientific Center

Situated in Salmiya, Kuwait, The Science Center is the base of environmental education for the gulf region. Inherited by late Sheik Jaber Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Kuwait Scientific Center (KSC) spans more than 80,000 square meters of area.

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Cheapest month to visit Kuwait

During the autumn season ( November) or spring season (March, April), when the temperature is between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius, it is said that the best time to visit Kuwait. This is also the peak travel season though, as the temperatures are very high at this time of year.

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