Al Fardan Exchange welcomes Indian Cricket Icon KL Rahul for an exclusive Iftar, celebrating culture and community in the UAE
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 17, 2025 -- Hasan Fardan Al Fardan, CEO of Al Fardan Exchange, personally hosted KL Rahul at an exclusive Iftar, celebrating the traditions that make Ramadan in the UAE a truly special occasion.
The evening reinforced values of togetherness and mutual respect, bringing people from the two nations closer through shared cultural connections.
With Indians making up 37.97% of the UAE's population, Al Fardan Exchange takes pride in serving and connecting with the community. As part of its commitment to fostering strong relationships, Al Fardan Exchange offered 10 lucky winners a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet KL Rahul, bringing cricket fans closer to the sport they love. In addition to the exclusive meet-and-greet, fans and customers also had the opportunity to see KL Rahul live at Al Fardan Exchange's Crown Mall branch in Jebel Ali, further strengthening the bond between the cricket star and the Indian community in the UAE.
Expressing his gratitude for the warm reception, KL Rahul highlighted the importance of cultural exchange and the shared values of hospitality and unity between the UAE and India. He also recognised the immense contributions of the Indian community in the UAE, acknowledging their hard work, dedication, and sacrifices to support their families back home. Events like these not only celebrate cricket but also reinforce the deep-rooted connection between the two countries.
As a home-grown Emirati Business, Al Fardan Exchange continues its efforts to bridge cultures and connect with the passions of its diverse clientele, solidifying its role as a trusted financial partner and a champion of community-driven initiatives.
About Al Fardan Exchange
Al Fardan Exchange is a member of the Al Fardan Group, which has roots stretching back to 1954. Emerging from a seafaring and pearl trading tradition to commercial trade, the Al Fardan name is built on a solid bedrock of security and reliability. Leveraging on the Group's diversified business interests and successful operations in real estate, high-end jewellery and financial services, Al Fardan Exchange holds global reach with trust and credibility as its main ethics.
Established in 1971, Al Fardan Exchange has had the unique opportunity of playing a part in supporting communities who have helped build this nation by helping them bring life to their dreams – both here and in their home countries. Today, Al Fardan Exchange is incredibly proud to serve the UAE's cosmopolitan community through its omni-channel presence, providing financial services via the AlfaPay App and a strong network of over 90 branches across the Emirates. Reinforced by strong relationships with over 150 global corresponding banks, financial institutions, and other financial service providers, Al Fardan Exchange offers secure transactions that firmly place reliability and trust at the forefront.
Committed to innovation, Al Fardan Exchange is embracing digital transformation to enhance operational efficiencies and expand revenue streams. This strategic focus includes integrating artificial intelligence and digital solutions to deliver customer-centric solutions, aligning with the UAE government's vision for innovation and inclusion. Notably, the company has become the founding partner for the Dubai AI Festival, underscoring its leadership in AI integration within the financial sector.
Al Fardan Exchange's mission is to redefine global money transfer and payment services by leveraging cutting-edge technology, a robust branch network, and superior customer service. The company upholds values of integrity, innovation, commitment, collaboration, and connectivity (financial inclusion).
To learn more about Al Fardan Exchange, visit alfardanexchange.com.
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