Celebrating 32 years of Mastercard’s operation in Bangladesh, the 5th edition of the “Mastercard Excellence Awards” coincided with the 10th anniversary of its Bangladesh office, on Saturday, November 25, 2023. held in Radisson Blu Dhaka. The Mastercard Excellence Award recognizes partners across categories for their contribution to innovation and success in driving business growth.

The award ceremony was graced by special guests, Dr. Atiur Rahman PhD, Former Governor of Bangladesh Bank and Professor Emeritus, University of Dhaka; Helen LaFave, Charge D’Affairs at the US Embassy in Dhaka; Guest of Honor, Md. Sharafat Ullah Khan, Director of the Payment Systems Department at Bangladesh Bank; Md. Motasem Billah, Director, Payment Systems Department, Bangladesh Bank; Md. Sarwar Hossain, Director, Foreign Exchange Policy Department, Bangladesh Bank and Syed Mohammad Kamal, Country Manager, Mastercard Bangladesh. The event drew the participation of senior Management from banks, fintech, merchants, and various industry leaders, making it a significant and memorable occasion.

Mr. Emranul Huq, Managing Director & CEO of Dhaka Bank limited, received the award at the presence of Mr. Mohammad Abu Jafar, Additional Managing Director of Dhaka Bank Limited, Mr. Md. Mostaque Ahmed, Deputy Managing Director & CEMO of Dhaka Bank Limited, Mr. Akhlaqur Rahman, Deputy Managing Director of Dhaka Bank Limited present there. Mr. H.M. Mostafizur Rahaman, EVP & Head of Retail Business Division, and Other Senior Officials of bank.

Syed Mohammad Kamal, Country Manager, Bangladesh, Mastercard, said, “Mastercard has been focused on furthering digital advancement and inclusive growth in the country. In the fifth edition of these awards, Mastercard is proud to honor these organizations for their remarkable accomplishments.”