09 March 2015
Muscat - Bank Nizwa sponsored the First International Bioethics Conference, organized by the Oman National Bioethics Committee, in collaboration with Sultan Qaboos University, the Research Council, and the The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Attended by over 300 medical students, the conference explored key topics including the ethics of stem-cell research, clinical practice and the cultural and religious perspectives of Bioethics. 

During the conference days and in line with its commitment to maintain the highest level of ethical conduct, a team of Bank Nizwa employees highlighted the array of Shari'a-compliant products and services available to the medical community and designed to help them lead financially secure-lifestyles. With a network of 10 branches, the Bank offers its diverse customers a portfolio of Islamic personal banking solutions including a selection of transactional and investment accounts, as well as finance and investment products such as auto finance, property finance and Mudaraba Investments to name a few.

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About Bank Nizwa
Bank Nizwa is Oman's first dedicated Islamic bank offering a unique banking experience that combines Shari'a compliant products and services with today's dynamic financial requirements. Since its inception in January 2013, the Bank has become a reliable partner to a growing customer-base seeking an alternative to conventional banking. With a number of innovative and competitive propositions, its portfolio ranges from a full suite of personal banking solutions to relationship management and treasury products for global markets.

With less than two years of operations, Bank Nizwa has expanded its reach, opening nine branches across Oman in Muscat, Ghoubra, Al Khoud, Nizwa, Samail, Sohar, Ibra, Sur and Salalah. As of June 30th 2014, its total assets reached OMR 236 million, representing a 39% growth over the same period in 2013 with shares traded on the Muscat Securities Market (OM: BKNZ).

Further information on Bank Nizwa is available on www.banknizwa.om.

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