Enamul Huque made Standard Chartered Bank's new CEO

 
Standard Chartered Bangladesh announced the appointment of Enamul Huque as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), with effect from 1 September 2026.

Enam brings extensive leadership experience across corporate and institutional banking and risk management.

During his 25 years with Standard Chartered, both in Bangladesh and other markets, Enamul Huque has built deep expertise across local corporate houses, commodity trading and agribusiness, global subsidiaries and financial institutions; while leading strategic client relationships and landmark transactions across diverse sectors.

Reacting to his appointment, Enamul Huque, CEO, Standard Chartered Bangladesh, said: "It is an honour to be appointed as the CEO for Standard Chartered Bangladesh. This bank has been my professional identity for over 25 years. Taking up the role of chief executive officer of our Bangladesh franchise is both a recognition, and a big responsibility. My priority will be to continue to be the super connector international bank, invested in the success of our clients and regulators; and to remain the trusted partner to our clients, communities and other stakeholders."

Immediately prior to his appointment as CEO, Enamul Huque served as country chief risk officer and senior credit officer from April 2025, overseeing risk across the Bangladesh franchise; and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and the bank's growth ambitions.

He also chaired the bank's Diversity and Inclusion Council.

Enamul Huque served as co-chair of the standing committee on capital markets and bonds at the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) for 2023 to 2025.