CEO of SCB visits OICCI

ISLAMABAD, Jul 5 (APP): Group CEO of Standard Chartered Bank (SCB) Bill Winters on Friday visited the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI).
During an interactive session with the top executives of OICCI member companies, Bill Winters said, “We see a greater potential in Pakistan and will continue to invest more as per the opportunity. There are vast opportunities for talented young people”, he said.
Bill Winters is a leader in climate finance. Under his leadership Standard Chartered Bank chairs the Net Zero Banking Alliance and the Taskforce for Scaling Voluntary Carbon Markets, said a news release.
As the oldest chamber in South Asia, OICCI provided a platform for Bill Winters to discuss the Pakistan franchise and other markets operating in a challenging economic environment.
During the meeting, Bill Winters addressed the future of globalization, climate change and international trade, considering recent geopolitical tensions and conflicts.
He highlighted the transformative role of emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and quantum computing, emphasizing the adoption of digital currencies by regulators.
M Abdul Aleem, OICCI CE/Secretary General, gave a briefing to Bill Winters on the history and legacy of the chamber.
Highlighting the positive contributions of foreign investors to Pakistan’s economy, he said that OICCI members not only contribute one-third to the tax revenue of Pakistan but are also highly regarded for their efforts on the transfer of technology and managerial skills.