Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Reaffirms Commitment to Nepal’s Economic Growth
22nd July 2026, Kathmandu
Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited officially welcomed P D Singh, Chief Executive Officer for India and South Asia at Standard Chartered, on a three day official visit to Nepal running from July 19 to July 21, 2026.
Standard Chartered Reaffirms Commitment
The executive visit provided a strategic platform for high level discussions with senior government authorities, financial sector regulators, and key corporate stakeholders to discuss cross border opportunities, regional trade integration, and sustainable economic development priorities for Nepal.
High Level Stakeholder Engagements And Strategic Meetings
During his time in Kathmandu, P D Singh held direct bilateral discussions with key regulatory figures and senior policymakers to align the strategic capabilities of the bank with the broader economic agenda of the country.
The primary leadership meetings included the following discussions:
Financial Sector Collaboration With Government Leadership
Engagements with Hon Dr Swarnim Wagle, Minister of Finance, focused on national economic priorities, sustainable financial frameworks, and avenues for private sector capital mobilization to support infrastructure and development projects.
Strategic Alignment With National Planning Commission
Discussions with Hon Dr Gunakar Bhatta, Vice Chairperson of the National Planning Commission, centered on long term economic goals, investment prospects, and target sectors required to drive stable economic expansion.
Central Banking And Regulatory Coordination
Consultations with Kiran Pandit, Deputy Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank, highlighted regulatory compliance, banking stability, digital transformation, and cross border financial flows.
Networking Event With Corporate Leaders And Industry Stakeholders
To mark the executive visit, Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited hosted a networking reception in Kathmandu. The event brought together leading executive directors, commercial bank leaders, corporate clients, and representatives from multilateral financial institutions.
Speaking at the stakeholder gathering, P D Singh outlined the unique international advantages of the institution:
Global Network Capabilities
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Standard Chartered is positioned as a global financial network capable of connecting dynamic South Asian economies directly to international capital markets and trade corridors.
Comprehensive Financial Solutions
The bank offers cross border financing, structured corporate lending, capital advisory, and tailored business banking solutions designed to empower local corporate enterprises to scale operations.
Economic Value Creation
By facilitating efficient cross border transactions and international trade finance, the bank actively supports client growth, which serves as a catalyst for overall economic development in Nepal.
Corporate Structure And Market Standing Of Standard Chartered In Nepal
Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited has established a continuous presence in the Nepalese banking sector spanning nearly four decades:
Operational History And Capital Structure
The institution began operating in Nepal in 1987 as a joint venture entity. Today, Standard Chartered Group holds a controlling 70.21 percent majority ownership stake, while 29.79 percent of the equity is publicly owned by Nepalese shareholders. The entity remains listed on the Nepal Stock Exchange.
Only International Bank Status
Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited stands as the sole international commercial bank operating within the borders of Nepal.
Premium Credit Evaluation Standard
The institution maintains the highest safety rating in the country, having earned the ICRANP IR AAA credit rating from ICRA Nepal for six consecutive years. This rating reflects the highest level of financial safety and certainty regarding the timely servicing of debt and financial commitments.
The official visit reinforces the long term commitment of Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited to providing international expertise, robust corporate governance, and cross border banking solutions to advance the financial architecture and economic growth of Nepal.
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