Citizens Bank PLC recently organised its “Annual Risk Conference 2025” at its headquarters in Dhaka. The conference was inaugurated by ANM Moinul Kabir, Director of the Department of Off-site Supervision at Bangladesh Bank, who delivered an insightful speech on risk management in the banking sector. Kabir emphasised the importance of understanding and mitigating risk factors in an ever-evolving financial landscape, stating that proper guidance and continuous review are crucial for improving risk management practices.
Alamgir Hossain, the Managing Director of Citizens Bank, also addressed the conference with a keynote speech. He discussed the various risks faced by the banking sector, particularly in the current macroeconomic context. He highlighted effective ways of reducing these risks and ensuring that financial institutions can adapt to the global economic challenges while maintaining stability and growth.
Other key figures present at the conference included the bank’s Deputy Managing Directors Md Mostafizur Rahman and Md Abdul Latif, as well as Mohammad Saiful Islam, the Chief Financial Officer.
The session was conducted by MM Apurba Abrar, Deputy Director of the Department of Off-site Supervision at Bangladesh Bank. Abrar shared his expert views on the latest trends in risk management and how banks can prepare for future uncertainties.
Md Israil Hossain, the Chief Risk Officer at Citizens Bank, alongside senior executives, heads of divisions, and branch managers, also participated in the event. The conference provided a valuable platform for these key players to engage in meaningful discussions about the challenges and opportunities in risk management, and to explore innovative strategies for improving the resilience of the banking sector.
The key objective of this conference was to enhance risk management strategies within the banking sector and provide actionable solutions to tackle the increasing financial risks, both locally and globally. The discussions offered attendees a comprehensive understanding of how they can manage risks more effectively, which is essential for navigating the current economic environment.