Funded by Trust International Insurance Company, Yahya Hammouda Square Inaugurated in Al-Bireh
Date: 2026-11-03
As part of its ongoing commitment to corporate social responsibility and its dedication to supporting the development of Palestinian cities and strengthening partnerships with national institutions, Trust International Insurance Company funded the construction and development of Yahya Hammouda Square in the Al-Sharafa neighborhood of Al-Bireh.
The square was officially inaugurated by Al-Bireh Municipality in the presence of government officials, national figures, and representatives of local institutions.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Mr. Walid Hamdan, Deputy Governor of Ramallah and Al-Bireh; Mr. Anwar Shanti, Chief Executive Officer of Trust International Insurance Group; Eng. Munif Tarish, Mayor of Al-Bireh; members of the Municipal Council; and representatives of various national and community organizations.
The funding of this project reflects Trust International Insurance Company's belief that its role extends beyond providing insurance products and services. The company remains committed to actively contributing to sustainable development, supporting initiatives that improve quality of life, strengthening national identity, and preserving the historical heritage of the Palestinian people.
On this occasion, Mr. Anwar Shanti, Chief Executive Officer of Trust International Insurance Group, emphasized that the company's contribution to funding the square stems from its strong sense of responsibility toward Palestinian society and its longstanding connection to Al-Bireh, the city that hosts its headquarters.
He highlighted that the project combines urban development with significant national and historical value.
Mr. Shanti further explained that the project's importance goes beyond improving infrastructure, facilitating traffic flow, and enhancing public safety. It also honors the memory of Yahya Hammouda, a prominent Palestinian national figure and the second Chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), ensuring that his legacy and contributions remain an enduring part of the collective memory of future generations.
For his part, Eng. Munif Tarish, Mayor of Al-Bireh, expressed his appreciation for Trust International Insurance Company's contribution to funding the project. He emphasized the importance of cooperation between municipalities and private-sector institutions in implementing initiatives that serve local communities, enhance the city's urban landscape, and preserve Palestinian national heritage.
Similarly, Mr. Walid Hamdan, Deputy Governor of Ramallah and Al-Bireh, highlighted the significance of the project, which brings together the development of public facilities, improved road safety, and recognition of national figures who have made lasting contributions to Palestinian history.
At the conclusion of the inauguration ceremony, Al-Bireh Municipality presented Trust International Insurance Group with an honorary appreciation plaque, recognizing its contribution to funding and implementing the project and acknowledging its continued support for community development initiatives.
Trust International Insurance Company reaffirmed that its contribution to this project reflects its strong belief in the importance of collaboration between the private sector and local institutions.
The company remains dedicated to supporting initiatives that serve Palestinian communities, improve public infrastructure, and preserve the nation's cultural and historical heritage.