Grameenphone (GP), the leading telecommunications operator in Bangladesh, has signed an agreement with Standard Chartered Bank (StanChart) to introduce a first-of-its-kind initiative that will enable customers to open StanChart accounts entirely online through the MyGP app.
This pioneering collaboration is set to transform the digital banking experience, allowing customers to enjoy the convenience of managing their finances from the palm of their hands, says a press release.
The partnership highlights the synergy between GP's digital platform and StanChart's banking expertise to enrich the digital banking experience for customers of both companies.
It aims to streamline the account opening process, enhancing convenience and efficiency while also integrating innovative ICT solutions and services.
Dr. Asif Naimur Rashid, Chief Business Officer of GP, and Lutful Habib, Managing Director and Head of Wealth and Retail Banking in StanChart, inked the deal at the GPHouse in Dhaka recently. Among other top officials from StanChart present at the signing programme included Shabbir Ahmed, Executive Director of Employee Banking and Tawfique Imam, Head of Unsecured Product.
Dr. Asif Naimur Rashid said: "By integrating Standard Chartered Bank's banking services within the MyGP app, we strive to provide customers a fast, secure, and user-friendly experience, simplifying banking processes and empowering them to manage their finances with greater ease and flexibility."
Lutful Habib, Managing Director and Head of Wealth and Retail Banking at StanChart said: "Together, we are redefining the digital banking experience for customers."
