Metlife, EBL reaffirm bancassurance partnership goals for 2026

Eastern Bank Limited (EBL) and MetLife Bangladesh jointly recognised top bancassurance performers at the 'Bancassurance Awards Night & Kick Off 2026', celebrating excellence in delivering customer-focused insurance solutions.

EBL is one of MetLife Bangladesh's bancassurance partners. The programme recognised EBL executives for their contributions to promoting insurance solutions through the partnership, according to the organisations.

Congratulating the award recipients, Ali Reza Iftekhar, Managing Director of EBL, said, 'As one of the leading banks in Bangladesh, EBL is committed to providing holistic financial solutions to our customers. Insurance plays a vital role in ensuring long-term financial security, and through our partnership with MetLife, customers can feel confident in safeguarding their future.'

Ala Ahmad, Chief Executive Officer of MetLife Bangladesh, said, 'We are delighted to celebrate the successful bancassurance journey with EBL. With the bank's strong presence across Bangladesh, customers can conveniently access reliable insurance solutions that support their protection and financial well-being.'

The organisations said they aim to further strengthen the bancassurance partnership in 2026.

Senior leaders from both organisations attended the programme. From EBL, Ali Reza Iftekhar, Managing Director; M Khorshed Anowar, Deputy Managing Director and Head of Retail and SME Banking; and Sarmin Atik, EVP and Head of Wealth and Liability, were present. From MetLife Bangladesh, Ala Ahmad, Chief Executive Officer; Jafar Sadeque Chowdhury, Additional Managing Director and Chief Distribution Officer; and Savrina Arifin, Director and Head of Bancassurance, attended.