Meezan Bank Names Dr Syed Amir Ali as President and CEO, Succeeding Irfan Siddiqui
Meezan Bank Limited has appointed Dr Syed Amir Ali as its new president and CEO effective December 30, 2025, marking a major leadership transition at Pakistan’s largest Islamic bank.
UBL Appoints Muhammad Usman Siddiqui VP Unit Head Asset Products Islamic Banking
United Bank Limited announces the appointment of Muhammad Usman Siddiqui, CFA, CICC as Vice President and Unit Head Asset Products for Islamic Banking, strengthening leadership and product innovation in Shariah-compliant finance.
NIBAF Pakistan Holds Shariah Governance Training Workshop for UBL Staff in Karachi
NIBAF Pakistan organized a one-day Shariah governance workshop for UBL Shariah Secretariat staff in Karachi, focusing on compliance, governance, and Islamic banking practices.
Sindh Bank to Convert All Branches to Islamic Banking by 2027
Sindh Bank announces plans to convert 60 branches to Islamic banking in 2025, with full transition of all 330 branches by 2027, emphasizing ethical, transparent, and customer-centric financial practices.
Irfan Siddiqui Center for Advancement of Islamic Finance Launched to Strengthen Islamic Banking in Pakistan
The Irfan Siddiqui Center for Advancement of Islamic Finance has been inaugurated at NIPA to promote education, research and professional development in Islamic banking, honoring Irfan Siddiqui’s leadership in Pakistan’s Islamic finance sector.
Faysal Bank Introduces Unmanned Self-Serve Digital Lobby, Revolutionizing Banking Experience in Pakistan
Faysal Bank unveils the ‘Faysal Self-Serve Digital Lobby’ in Lahore, offering 24/7 access to banking services, instant card replacement, and interactive biometric kiosks for a seamless digital banking experience.
Pakistan Prepares for Fully Islamic Banking System by 2028: FPCCI and SBP Awareness Session
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry and the State Bank of Pakistan held a session in Lahore to guide the business community on the transition to a fully Shariah-compliant banking system by 2028.
NIBAF Pakistan Wraps Up Islamic Banking Training for Government Officials in Lahore
NIBAF Pakistan successfully conducted a two-day capacity building program on Islamic banking for government officials and academics, enhancing understanding of Shariah-based financial principles and operational practices.
Faysal Bank Secures Top 5 Position in Pakistan Remittance Market Recognized by SBP and PRI
Faysal Bank Limited has been recognized by the State Bank of Pakistan as the fifth largest bank in Pakistan’s remittance market at the Pakistan Remittance Summit 2025 in London.
IBA Karachi’s MS Islamic Banking and Finance Program Marks Key Milestone as Graduates Enter Growing Shariah-Compliant Finance Market
IBA Karachi’s MS Islamic Banking and Finance program, launched in 2017, saw 11 graduates attend the 2025 convocation as demand for Islamic finance professionals rises following the Federal Shariat Court’s conversion deadline.