His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa honoured Mr Abdulhakeem Alkhayyat, the Managing Director and CEO of KFH-Bahrain with the Proficiency Medal (first degree) for being among Bahrain's pioneers for their dedication in serving the nation. The ceremony, at Sakhir Palace, was part of the celebrations marking the 10th anniversary of the National Action Charter. His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander also attended the ceremony in addition to dignitaries, invited members of the royal family, ministers, notables and a number of citizens. The prestigious award was given in recognition of Mr. Abdulhakeem Alkhayyat's sustained and outstanding contribution to Bahrain's financial sector and the Kingdom's development and progress. Mr. Abdulhakeem Alkhayyat said "this award is a testament to the dedicated and talented people with whom I have worked with over the years and the support of KFH-Bahrain's Board of Directors and its parent company. My extreme thanks goes to His Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa for the honour of this recognition and award."