QNB joins global community to mark World Diabetes Day

On the World Diabetes Day marked on November 14, QNB Group joined iconic buildings and sites throughout the world and lit up its head office in Al Corniche and international branches in blue.The initiative reflects the group's keenness to raise awareness of diabetes as part of its annual programmes to promote health practices in the communities in which it operates within its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy, a statement said.QNB senior executive vice-president of Group Communication Heba al-Tamimi said: "We are dedicated to supporting the local communities around our international network by fostering awareness and encouraging the adoption of a healthy lifestyle. It our duty to champion programmes that prevent this disease and improve the overall health of the population, aligning with Qatar National Vision 2030, Qatar's National Diabetes Strategy, and SDGs."It was a pleasure for QNB to actively join the global community in this meaningful initiative, shedding light on this disease and sending a message of hope to all those living with diabetes in Qatar and around the world.”Established in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation with support from the World Health Organisation, the World Diabetes Day marks the birthday of Frederick Banting who discovered insulin in 1922. The blue colour is taken from the blue circle which symbolises the unity that is necessary to combat this disease.QNB Group is one of the leading financial institutions in the MEA region and among the most valuable banking brands in the regional market. Present in some 28 countries across Asia, Europe, and Africa, it offers tailored products and services supported by innovation and backed by a team of over 31,000 professionals dedicated to driving banking excellence worldwide, the statement added.