AGFUND receives international award for inclusive banking

The Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND) received an international award for excellence in inclusive banking during a ceremony held in Bangkok on October 21, 2026.

During the event, AGFUND Chairman Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal acknowledged the founders of the microfinance banks established by the organization. The recognition highlights the role these institutions have played in developing a framework for financial inclusion and tracking the resulting social impact.

Microfinance organizations are increasingly central to international development strategies aimed at providing banking services to underbanked populations. By supporting these institutions, AGFUND seeks to foster economic growth and improve financial accessibility in developing regions.