The Arab Bank is the Main Sponsor of the First Esports Summit in Palestine

SadaNews - The Arab Bank announced its main sponsorship of the first-of-its-kind esports summit in Palestine for the year 2026, which was held at the Arab American University in Ramallah, attended by His Excellency the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy Dr. Abdul Razak Al-Natsheh, and His Excellency the Minister of Education and Higher Education Dr. Amjad Barham, in addition to representatives from the public and private sectors, academic and technological institutions, with extensive participation from developers, experts, entrepreneurs, and young people interested in the esports and technology sector.

The Arab Bank's sponsorship of this event reaffirms its commitment to supporting innovation and developing capabilities, and its keenness to sponsor initiatives that contribute to developing digital skills and reinforcing a culture of creativity and technology, in line with the requirements of the digital economy and supporting the building of a generation equipped with the necessary skills for the future.

The summit, which took place over three days, served as a platform bringing together various stakeholders in the esports ecosystem and the digital gaming industry. It provided an opportunity to exchange experiences and knowledge through a number of specialized discussion sessions, in addition to showcasing the latest trends and relevant technologies through an interactive exhibition that included platforms from several technology, telecommunications, and gaming companies, while highlighting the opportunities this growing sector offers to youth, entrepreneurs, and creative individuals.

Commenting on this sponsorship, Dr. Jamal Hourani, Director of the Palestine Region at the Arab Bank, said: "Sponsoring the esports summit is a confirmation of the Arab Bank's belief in the importance of investing in young talents and creativity, and its commitment to supporting initiatives that provide opportunities for learning, development, and skill-building in digital and technological fields."

For his part, Dr. Bara' Asfour, President of the Arab American University, said: "We extend our thanks to the Arab Bank for its main sponsorship of the summit, and we take pride in this cooperation that reflects the bank's commitment to supporting knowledge and technological initiatives, enhancing the role of academic institutions in skill development and capacity building, as well as creating an encouraging environment for innovation and creativity, and opening new horizons for Palestinian youth."