Habib Bank's President and CEO visits Dhaka
Muhammad Nasir Salim, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Habib Bank Limited (HBL), has arrived in Dhaka on a three-day official visit.
He will remain in Bangladesh until 17 April. The visit is expected to strengthen economic connectivity between Bangladesh and HBL's key international markets.
HBL, which operates across multiple regions worldwide, has played a significant role in Bangladesh's foreign trade landscape for over 45 years. Known for its customer-centric approach and innovative banking services, the bank has become one of the country's leading financial institutions. The Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED) holds a 51% stake in the bank and oversees its management.
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During his stay, Mr Salim will meet with senior policymakers, regulators, business leaders, and key public and private stakeholders. His visit comes as Bangladesh prioritises foreign investment and international trade expansion, particularly in the context of emerging opportunities in the China–Middle East–South Asia trade corridor.
HBL is a strategic partner supporting Bangladesh's growing economy and regional trade ambitions. The bank contributes to the country's development goals by facilitating investment inflows, financing infrastructure, and modern banking solutions to domestic and international clients.
HBL Bangladesh now offers account services in RMB/CNY (Renminbi) for valued clients. It is one of only three banks from South Asia and the MENA region to provide end-to-end RMB intermediation services in China, allowing it to engage directly with leading state-owned and top-tier Chinese financial institutions.
Mr Muhammad Nasir Salim assumed the role of President and CEO of HBL in March 2024. Since joining the bank in 2017, he has held several senior leadership positions, including Head of Global Operations, Head of Branch and Islamic Banking, and Chief Operating Officer. With over 36 years of experience in banking across the United States, Abu Dhabi, and Pakistan, he has previously served with global financial institutions such as American Express Bank, Citigroup, and Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank.
