Dubai - UAE, 24 th August 2005:

Al Salam Bank - Sudan, has announced that it is the Gold Sponsor for the Sudan Invest 2005, the First International Investment and Trade Forum highlighting the economical and financial side in Sudan . The event will take place in Khartoum on the 13 th , 14 th and 15 th of September.

Al Salam Bank, through its determination to become one of the major participants in the progress has proven its intentions in supporting the events and projects that will be in the benefit of the country as well as the organisation.

The Vice chairman of Al Salam Bank, Hussein Mohammed Al Meeza said "As I have always stated, Sudan has lots of potential and this can be noticed by the degree of changes it is taking in terms of development. Today it has become an arena for trade and finance houses. Sudan , being chosen for the organisation of such events which bring together the expertise from different fields and nations onto one platform further confirms the notion that this country is the land to harvest. Being a banker myself, I can attest - and so can others - Sudan , will very soon become an advance trading hub. We will support and ipatepartic in the mission that enhances growth in the land. We are proud to sponsor this event and be a part of it."

The General Manager of Al Salam Bank, Abdu Mahmoud Mohammed Khalil will give a speech on t he banking laws, monetary policies and their implications for investment on the 15 th Sept at 11.am during the banking and finance slot.

To provide further assistance and information to the delegates attending the forum, Al Salam Bank will set up a booth at the hall. The booth will help in giving updates on the banks services and the future plans.