BRAC Bank’s regional meet reinforces compliance culture
BRAC Bank hosted the Regional Compliance Meet 2025 to reinforce good governance, strengthen compliance practices, and ensure strict adherence to regulatory standards among its officials.
More than 210 officials from 46 branches and sub-branches across two regions, Premium Banking, SME Wing and Retail Sales, took part in the meet on 30 August at Gulshan, Dhaka. The initiative highlighted the bank's commitment to regulatory adherence, ethical banking, enhanced compliance, and good governance.
The day-long programme featured interactive sessions, knowledge-based quizzes, and formal recognition of the most compliant branches, emphasising the importance of ownership and accountability in both regulatory directives and internal compliance.
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Key sessions were conducted by A.N.M. Kalim Uddin Hasan Tushar, joint director of Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU), along with officials from BRAC Bank's Anti-Money Laundering Department, Internal Control and Compliance, and Branch Governance Team. The programme promoted greater inclusiveness and alignment across the distribution network and retail sales teams.
Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, managing director and CEO of BRAC Bank, attended the event and commended the commitment of frontline colleagues. "Compliance is a function that must live in every transaction, every decision, and every team. Regulatory compliance must be embedded within the bank's operating model to ensure transparency and long-term resilience. This meet reflects our commitment to building a culture of accountability across the organisation," he said.
Also present were Sheikh Mohammad Ashfaque, deputy managing director and head of Branch Distribution Network; A.K.M. Tareq, senior zonal head for North; Taher Hasan Al Mamun, senior zonal head for South; Khan Md Golam Shahriar, senior deputy CAMLCO; Md Rabiul Islam, CEAF – head of Branch Governance; regional heads, unit heads, cluster managers and other senior officials, who shared their guidance with the participants.
BRAC Bank reaffirmed its commitment to the highest standards of regulatory compliance through this proactive initiative to strengthen risk management in branch banking. By equipping frontline officials with in-depth knowledge of compliance protocols, the bank seeks to minimise business risks and safeguard the assets of its customers.
The bank also plans to expand similar programmes nationwide, embedding a culture of compliance and governance across its distribution network. This structured approach underscores BRAC Bank's dedication to ethical conduct, operational resilience, and sustainable banking practices.
