BRAC Bank has set a new benchmark in the financial sector by winning six prestigious awards at the Visa Leadership Conclave 2025, further cementing its position as a leader in digital payments and financial innovation in Bangladesh, according to a press release.
The ceremony, held on August 4, 2025, at Sheraton Dhaka, honoured the bank’s exceptional contributions in card issuing, acquiring services, and value-added services across multiple categories.
BRAC Bank took home awards in Excellence in Visa Cross-Border Debit, Excellence in Product Innovation – Cross-Border Medical Debit Card, Excellence in Value Proposition in an Affluent Card, Excellence in Visa E-commerce Business (Issuing), Excellence in Visa POS Acquiring Business, and Excellence in Visa E-commerce Acquiring Business. With these six accolades, the bank emerged as the most awarded institution of the conclave, reinforcing its leadership in driving digital payment solutions in Bangladesh.
The awards were presented at a grand ceremony attended by prominent figures, including Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur, Governor of Bangladesh Bank; Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, Managing Director & CEO (Current Charge) of BRAC Bank; and Md. Mahiul Islam, Deputy Managing Director & Head of Retail Banking of BRAC Bank. Also present were Visa executives Sandeep Ghosh, Group Country Manager for India and South Asia; Sabbir Ahmed, Country Manager for Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan; and Ramakrishnan Gopalan, Head of Product for India and South Asia.
Reflecting on the achievement, Md. Mahiul Islam said: “These awards are a testament to our ongoing efforts to offer innovative and customer-centric solutions in card issuance and acquiring. Our success is a result of our continuous commitment to technological advancements, which have helped us build trust with our customers and strengthen our position in the market.”
With a growing customer base and a strong presence in Bangladesh’s e-commerce and card services market, BRAC Bank continues to shape the future of digital finance in the country. The bank’s dedication to offering relevant and innovative financial solutions has earned it the trust of millions and solidified its leadership in the digital payments ecosystem.
BRAC Bank’s success at the Visa Leadership Conclave serves as a powerful reminder of its unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in the financial sector.
