American Express holds appreciation dinner for Cardmembers and Partners in Kuwait

The event was hosted at the Palms Beach Hotel and Spa on November 5, 2008, and attended by over 200 guests.

Mohammad A. Karim, Country Manager-Kuwait, American Express said: "Since operations commenced in Kuwait, our brand has become synonymous with premium lifestyles and world-class service standards. We continue to reaffirm our commitment towards our Cardmembers, Merchants and Corporate clients by creating premium value and maintaining excellent relationships."

A. Karim added: "We have expanded our product portfolio with innovative offerings and strengthened our 24-hour customer service across the region and specifically in Kuwait."

He added, "We continuously seek to enhance our products and services by further engaging with our Cardmembers and partners and we will continue to innovate - through new technology, processes and practices to provide world class offerings and personal recognition." A. Karim concluded that Kuwait constitutes an important growth market for American Express business in the region.

American Express has operated in the Middle East and North Africa region for over 30 years, providing Charge, Credit and Corporate Card solutions to individuals and companies. The company was the first to introduce Charge Cards and continues to lead in the premium payments segment.

In addition to customised products, the company's award-winning loyalty programme, Membership Rewards®, is recognised worldwide and provides comprehensive benefits and special offers for travel, leisure and shopping rewards.