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National Bank of Pakistan leadership transition

Overview

The leadership of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) underwent a transition in late 2026.

Rehmat Ali Hasnie concluded his tenure as President and Chief Executive Officer on August 21, 2026. Hasnie, who had served in the permanent role since August 2023, had previously received a two-week extension from the federal government to ensure continuity while a successor was finalized.

On September 3, 2026, the federal cabinet confirmed the appointment of Imran Sarwar as the new President and CEO for a three-year term. Sarwar, formerly a Group Executive at United Bank Limited, succeeds Hasnie and brings extensive experience in risk management and corporate banking.

Entities

Finance Division · National Bank of Pakistan · Imran Sarwar · Pakistan Stock Exchange · United Bank Limited

Timeline

  1. 8 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Imran Sarwar appointed President and CEO of National Bank of Pakistan

    Imran Sarwar has been appointed President and CEO of the National Bank of Pakistan for a three-year term, bringing over 27 years of international banking and risk management experience.

  2. 21 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    National Bank of Pakistan President Rehmat Ali Hasnie concludes tenure

    Rehmat Ali Hasnie has completed his tenure as President and CEO of the National Bank of Pakistan following a brief two-week government extension to ensure leadership continuity.

Sources

abbtakk.tv · en.dailypakistan.com.pk · flare.pk · pakbanker.com