At the Visa Leadership Conclave 2025, hosted at the Sheraton Hotel in Dhaka, Visa, the top company in digital payments worldwide, emphasized its commitment to boosting the digital economy of Bangladesh. The event gathered more than 60 organizations, featuring major banks, fintech companies, mobile finance service providers, government bodies, and private sector leaders from fields like e-commerce, retail, aviation, and agritech. This gathering underscored Visa’s ongoing commitment to supporting Bangladesh’s journey toward a digitally advanced economy. The conclave commenced with opening remarks by Sabbir Ahmed, Visa’s Country Manager for Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan, who highlighted the company’s dedication to fostering digital financial inclusion in the region. Ramakrishnan Gopalan, Head of Product for Visa in India and South Asia, showcased Visa’s latest solutions, emphasizing the company’s role in driving innovation and providing secure, accessible, and efficient payment systems. At the event, Visa acknowledged 17 exceptional organizations from Bangladesh’s banking, fintech, and retail industries for their accomplishments from July 2024 to June 2025. In total, 30 awards were given, celebrating excellence in various areas, including fintech, merchant acceptance, e-commerce, cross-border payments, Visa Debit and Credit Card operations, and commercial cards. These awards highlighted leadership and innovation in the nation’s growing digital economy. Sandeep Ghosh, who is the Group Country Manager for Visa in India and South Asia, shared his thoughts on the event, saying, “By working together strategically and launching innovative payment solutions, our goal is to…” empower consumers, businesses, and communities across the country.” His statement reflects Visa’s commitment to fostering a digitally inclusive environment in Bangladesh. The meeting acted as a stage to evaluate advancements, recognize new chances, and plan the future of inclusive digital transformation in Bangladesh. By recognizing and celebrating the achievements of key stakeholders in the digital payments ecosystem, Visa aims to inspire continued innovation and collaboration to drive the nation’s digital future. In addition to celebrating current successes, Visa emphasized the importance of partnerships with banks, fintechs, and government bodies to expand access to digital payment solutions, especially in rural and underserved communities. The company also highlighted initiatives aimed at increasing financial literacy and encouraging cashless transactions, which are crucial for Bangladesh’s goal of becoming a digital economy leader in South Asia. As digital payment adoption grows rapidly, Visa’s efforts aim to ensure security, convenience, and accessibility for all users. The conclave also underscored the need for continuous innovation to meet the evolving demands of consumers and businesses, such as contactless payments, mobile wallets, and e-commerce platforms. To sum up, the Visa Leadership Conclave 2025 highlighted how essential collaboration and innovation are for the growth of Bangladesh’s digital economy. Visa’s ongoing efforts to provide secure and efficient payment solutions, coupled with its recognition of outstanding organizations, contribute to the nation’s progress toward becoming a digitally empowered society.
