EXIM Bank held a specialised meeting on Saturday at its head office with representatives from ten of its key branches, aiming to accelerate and reinforce investment recovery initiatives across the organisation. The gathering underscored the bank’s renewed emphasis on operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and strategic recovery planning amid evolving financial sector challenges.
The session was presided over by Md. Sawkatul Alam, Administrator of EXIM Bank and Executive Director of Bangladesh Bank, who attended as the Chief Guest. His presence signalled the importance placed by both the bank and the central bank on robust recovery mechanisms and sound portfolio management.
Senior Leadership in Attendance
The meeting brought together a strong representation of EXIM Bank’s senior leadership. Among those present were:
Abdul Aziz (Jumma), Additional Managing Director
Maksuda Khanam, Deputy Managing Director & Head of the Investment Recovery Division
Md. Moidul Islam, Deputy Managing Director
Selected branch managers from ten key operational regions
Senior officials from the Investment Recovery Division
Their participation reflected a shared organisational commitment to improving asset quality, tightening recovery procedures, and ensuring sustainable financial performance.
Focus on Efficient and Swift Recovery
In his address, Chief Guest Md. Sawkatul Alam urged branch managers to enhance their efficiency in investment recovery operations, stressing the need for timely action and greater accountability. He highlighted that strong recovery performance is essential not only for maintaining financial stability within the bank but also for strengthening trust among clients, regulators, and stakeholders.
Alam also emphasised adopting a proactive approach—identifying early warning signals, engaging with customers transparently, and implementing flexible yet firm recovery strategies tailored to specific cases.
Discussions on Performance and Strategy
Throughout the session, branch performances were thoroughly reviewed, with individual strengths and areas for improvement analysed. Discussions covered:
Strategic approaches to investment recovery
Assessment of branch-level progress
Enhancement of risk management frameworks
Adoption of technology-driven monitoring tools
The bank highlighted the importance of collaboration between branches and the central Investment Recovery Division to ensure consistent, effective execution.
Commitment to Organisational Goals
Participants collectively reaffirmed their commitment to reinforcing recovery operations and contributing to the bank’s strategic objectives. They pledged to adopt faster decision-making processes in managing financial risks and to implement corrective actions where necessary.
The meeting concluded with a strong message of unity and determination, setting the tone for a more dynamic, disciplined, and results-oriented investment recovery drive across EXIM Bank’s nationwide network.