Islamic banking veteran Salim Anwar has joined Padma Bank Limited to head up its Islamic Banking Division.
Fourth generation Padma Bank Limited is going to launch a Shariah-based ‘Padma Bank Islami Banking’ division. Initiatives have already been taken to open Islamic banking windows in some branches, according to a press release.
Before joining Padma Bank, Salim Anwar was the Head of Internal Control and Compliance Wing at Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited, who retired recently.
He started his banking career in Islami Bank Bangladesh Ltd as a probationary officer in 1992 . During his 30 years of long career, Salim Anwar served in Commercial Investment Department, Investment Policy and Planning Department and Musharaka Department in the Head Office and various branches.
Besides, he served as Head of Branch in different branches for 16 years including two corporate branches.
Salim Anwar has the experience of participating in Islamic banking training and workshops at home and abroad.
The Islamic Banking Division of Padma Bank is committed to build trust of customers with Shariah-based products and services.
Source: United News of Bangladesh