Visa on Monday recognised 17 organisations from banking, fintech, and retail sectors for their achievements between July 2024 and June 2025, said a press release.
A total of 30 awards were presented, honouring excellence in categories such as fintech, merchant acceptance, e-commerce, cross-border payments, Visa debit and credit card operations and commercial cards, highlighting leadership and innovation in the nation鈥檚 growing digital economy.
Visa on the day hosted 鈥榁isa Leadership Conclave Bangladesh 2025鈥� to reiterate its ongoing commitment to supporting Bangladesh鈥檚 journey towards a digitally advanced economy.
Bangladesh Bank governor Ahsan H Mansur gave the keynote address at the event held at Hotel Sheraton in the capital Dhaka.
At the event, Sabbir Ahmed, country manager for Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan at Visa, stated, 鈥楢t Visa, we recognise that the future of commerce in Bangladesh is rooted in inclusive and innovative digitization. As the nation continues its trajectory of rapid digital transformation, we are dedicated to collaborating closely with our partners to foster a robust, less-cash economy. This year鈥檚 Visa Leadership Conclave serves not only as a testament to progress but also affirms our collective commitment to building a more connected and resilient financial future.鈥�
The programme featured a product demonstration by Ramakrishnan Gopalan, head of product for Visa in India and South Asia, who introduced Visa鈥檚 latest solutions.
Visa Group country manager for India and South Asia Sandeep Ghosh said, 鈥楤angladesh is at a pivotal moment in its digital journey, and Visa is proud to be a trusted partner in this transformation. Through strategic collaborations and the introduction of cutting-edge payment solutions, we aim to empower consumers, businesses, and communities across the country. The Visa Leadership Conclave is a celebration of shared success and a reflection of our vision to accelerate financial inclusion, drive innovation, and unlock the full potential of the digital economy in Bangladesh.鈥�
This year鈥檚 event brought together representatives from over 60 organizations, including leading local and international banks, mobile financial service providers, fintech platforms, Government and development agencies, diplomatic missions, and private sector leaders from e-commerce, retail, aviation and agricultural technology.
According to the release, the annual conclave is as a key forum for assessing progress, identifying emerging opportunities and shaping the agenda for inclusive digital growth in Bangladesh. Visa remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing secure, adaptable, and customer-centric digital payment solutions that facilitate Bangladesh鈥檚 evolution into a robust, digitally empowered economy.
