As the year was drawing to a close, I found myself waiting beside a small newspaper stand. Looking at the neatly arranged newspapers reminded me of a time when buying the morning paper was part of nearly every family’s daily routine. Back then, people would hurry to the newsstand early, afraid the day’s edition might sell out.

As I browsed through the headlines, most focused on international events. Yet one front-page story stood out. It highlighted an issue that, in our view, deserved far greater attention. I took a photo of that headline, and on the way back to the office, I realized that as a company, we have a responsibility that extends beyond our professional services.

That moment became the starting point of Manak’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiative. We decided to dedicate part of our efforts and resources to supporting meaningful social causes and contributing to the well-being of our community.

We hope that in the coming year, we can make a positive difference and stand beside the people who need support the most. At Manak, we believe that true success is measured not only by the projects we complete, but also by the positive impact we leave on society.