KARACHI: Mobilink Bank won the prestigious Best Bank for Inclusion title at the Pakistan Banking Awards (PBA) 2023, held in Karachi.
The award highlights the outstanding contributions of the bank in promoting inclusive financial practices, demonstrating a commitment to serving a diverse clientele and championing accessibility to banking services.
As per the press release by Mobilink, this award underscores the bank’s commitment to enhancing financial inclusivity and empowerment, particularly focusing on women.
Mobilink Bank is part of the VEON group, a global digital operator that provides converged connectivity and online services across seven countries. As part of its digital operator strategy, VEON is transforming people’s lives by creating opportunities for increased digital inclusion and driving economic growth across countries home to more than 8% of the world’s population.
Regarding the achievement, Ghazanfar Azzam, President and CEO of Mobilink Bank, said, “The Best Bank for Inclusion Award highlights Mobilink Bank’s unwavering commitment to excellence. Dedicated to innovative solutions, we at Mobilink Bank challenge industry norms, delivering premium digital and financial services. This recognition strengthens our resolve to empower customers through tailored financial experiences. Continuing our journey, we remain steadfast in revolutionizing the financial landscape by prioritizing innovation and customer-centric approaches.”
Also sharing his thoughts, Haaris Mahmood Chaudhary, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Mobilink Bank, said, “Securing PBA’s Best Bank for Inclusion Award highlights Mobilink Bank’s success in digital banking, women empowerment, and inclusivity. Our resilient and forward-thinking strategy enables us to meet and surpass the evolving financial needs of our valued customers. This recognition strengthens our commitment to excellence, driving financial inclusion through innovative digital and banking solutions.”
Aamir Ibrahim, Chairman of Mobilink Bank, stated, “This prestigious recognition reflects the visionary leadership, the commitment of our teams, and the unwavering trust bestowed by our valued customers. We are resolute in our mission to ensure financial services reach the most underserved communities, focusing on empowering women. Through these efforts, we aim to contribute towards fostering a more equitable society and sustainable economic growth.”
Elated to have won the 'Best Bank for Inclusion', at the 8th PBA 2023, organized by IBP, highlighting our commitment to continue banking the unbanked- especially women, MSMEs, urban and rural communities.#MobilinkBank #IBP #DawnToday #PakistanBankingAwards #VEON #WIN #Fintech pic.twitter.com/awPAKoCPNO
— Mobilink Bank (@MobilinkBank) November 24, 2023
Mobilink Bank, boasting a user base exceeding 45 million and over 16 million monthly active mobile wallets, is making significant strides in financial inclusion. With a robust network of 220,000+ branchless banking agents, the Bank is committed to revolutionizing financial accessibility by fostering economic development, promoting digital literacy, and enhancing community financial well-being. This commitment to inclusivity is demonstrated through its flagship initiative, the Women Inspirational Network (WIN) Program and Dost App. By addressing the gaps in financial inclusion, Mobilink Bank catalyzes positive change and fosters economic inclusion on a broader scale, reaching even the most challenging-to-access communities.
