Amman August 22, 2006: -National Arab Motors - KIA Motors had happy moments with the SOS children in a fun day out to watch and enjoy the animated family movie – “Garfield” at the Grand Cinemas, Amman

“Our staff enjoyed being with the children as much as the children enjoyed their day out. It means a lot to us to be able to draw a big smile on less fortunate children’s faces, keeping them cheerful and helping them understand that humankind really cares,“ said General Manager of National Arab Motors - KIA Motors, Nihad Zacharia.

The SOS Children’s Villages nurse children who have lost their homes, their security and their families, regardless of religion and culture, enabling them to understand the concept of being part of a family. With the children living together as brothers and sisters, they have a better chance of a happy childhood supported by SOS.

“We would like to thank KIA Motors for the contribution they made, taking out the kids to watch a movie that every child would like to see and showing them the true meaning of recreation and enjoyment. We believe that KIA’s trust in SOS is as solid as their cars, and we wish them all the best and hoping for future cooperation,” said National Director of SOS Children's Village Association Jordan, Lina Kopti

This contribution came as part of KIA’s dedicated commitment towards corporate social responsibility. KIA has been actively engaged in (CSR) activities for more than a decade now, which shows how much it cares for ethical, legal, and public expectations that society has of business today

As a corporate citizen, KIA Motors is making the utmost effort to fulfill its responsibilities to the local community creating a brighter and happier future for the people.

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For more information please contact:
Mouath tarshihi
Garineh Aintablian
Asda’a Public Relations
Tel: 06-5520791
E mail: m.tarshihi@asdaa.com

About KIA Motors Corporation:


One of the fastest growing automakers in the world -- was founded in 1944 and is Korea’s oldest manufacturer of motor vehicles. As part of the Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group, Kia aims to become one of the world’s premier automotive brands. Kia’s 16 manufacturing and assembly operations in 12 countries produce more than 1.1 million vehicles a year that are sold and serviced through a network of distributors and dealers covering 155 countries. Kia today has over 32,000 employees and annual revenues of $14 billion. It is the major sponsor of the Australian Tennis Open and an official worldwide sponsor of the Davis Cup. Kia Motors Corporation’s brand slogan -- “The Power to Surprise” -- represents the company’s global commitment to surpassing customer expectations through continuous automotive innovation.

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