Banque Misr has signed on to join 130 banks worldwide to begin implementing the Principles of Responsible Banking launched under a United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) initiative, according to Al Shorouk. The initiative, which sets principles in accordance with Sustainable Development Goals, aims to develop economies and encourage financial institutions to “align [their] business strategy with society’s goals.” Separately, Banque Misr and the Alexandria Port Authority signed a cooperation protocol on Sunday to provide electronic payment options for the port’s services and activities, according to Al Shorouk.
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