Forbes Middle East names QIIB CEO among sustainability leaders for 2026

Forbes Middle East has honored Dr. Abdulbasit Ahmad al-Shaibei, CEO of Qatar Islamic Investment Bank (QIIB), as one of its Middle East Sustainability Leaders for 2026. The recognition underscores his leadership in advancing the bank's sustainable finance initiatives and improving its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices.

The announcement took place during the fourth edition of the 'Forbes Middle East Sustainability Leaders' Summit, held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from October 19 to 20, 2026. Dr. al-Shaibei emphasized that the recognition is a testament to QIIB's commitment to advancing sustainable finance practices and its alignment with the Third Financial Sector Strategy of Qatar Central Bank, which stresses ESG principles.

QIIB has been proactive in this regard, launching a Sustainable Finance Framework in early 2024 and issuing sukuk that attracted significant international investor interest. The bank has also expanded its green financing products, including a special offering for electric and hybrid vehicles aimed at encouraging cleaner transportation.

Dr. al-Shaibei highlighted the potential of Islamic finance to support global sustainable development, emphasizing that the bank's products and services are designed to meet customer needs while contributing to Qatar's national economy and the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030.