QIIB has been honoured with two prestigious awards from the US-based World Economic Magazine – ‘Best Bank for Digital Transformation Qatar 2025’ and ‘Best Retail Bank Qatar 2025’.

These awards serve as a recognition of QIIB’s leadership in the highly competitive and robust Qatari banking sector, which continues to demonstrate excellence both regionally and internationally.

Explaining the rationale behind choosing the award winner, World Economic Magazine noted, "QIIB has efficiently responded to market demands and technological advancements, achieving a remarkable digital transformation within a record timeframe.

“The bank has set high standards in providing digital banking services, optimising operational efficiency through advanced digital channels. QIIB continues to uphold exceptional flexibility, robust security measures, rapid responsiveness, and seamless 24/7 access to banking services."

The magazine noted, "QIIB has earned the title of the ‘Best Retail Bank in Qatar for 2025’ having delivered exceptional value-added services to a broad customer base. The Bank has effectively expanded its retail banking operations through increased innovation, attractive products and services, and competitive cost structures for customers. This success is reflected in QIIB’s outstanding retail banking activities and its strong performance across both digital and traditional banking channels."

Commenting on QIIB’s achievement, Dr Abdulbasit Ahmad al-Shaibei, Chief Executive Officer, stated, "We are delighted to receive this recognition, which reflects the positive impact of our banking services on our customers’ lives, whether through our digital or traditional channels."

"These two awards are a reflection of our continuous hard work and the substantial investments we have made across various banking sectors. Our focus has been on innovation, efficiency, and keeping pace with global banking technological advancements. In many instances, we have been pioneers in introducing groundbreaking services and products in Qatar."

Dr al-Shaibei said, "QIIB’s leadership is further validated by the prestigious ratings and acknowledgments we receive from international credit rating agencies, as well as from institutions and organisations that recognise our excellence, financial strength, and innovative banking solutions. The Bank has firmly established itself as a key player in the banking sector over the years."

"QIIB’s success is largely attributed to the unique advantages and opportunities provided by Qatar’s thriving economy, which has driven the banking sector to remarkable growth and regional and international prominence."

Al-Shaibei concluded: "QIIB remains committed to executing its strategic plans to provide the best possible banking experience to our customers. Our focus will continue to be on innovation and leveraging cutting-edge banking technology to enhance operational efficiency and solidify QIIB’s position as a leading Islamic financial institution both locally and globally."
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