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.
Read moreThere is no shortage of transportation options in Kuwait City, whether for tourists or business travellers. However, Kuwait has a well-developed road network, public transport is largely limited to buses and taxis. Plans are underway to build a rail network in the future, but buses, cars, or taxis are currently the only forms of general public transport available in Kuwait.
Read moreKuwait is one of the very few countries in the world where alcohol is completely banned
Read moreThe Green Island in Kuwait is an artificial island, situated off the Kuwait City promenade coast. It opened in February 1988 and is a popular tourist attraction, as well as a popular holiday retreat in Kuwait. This is basically a reclaimed land, transformed into an artificial island.
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