Dhaka Bank wins ADB’s Leading SME Trade Bank award

Dhaka Bank PLC has once again been awarded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), marking its third consecutive recognition under ADB’s Trade and Supply Chain Finance Programme (TSCFP). This year, the Bank received the prestigious title of “Leading SME Trade Bank”, acknowledging its strong performance in facilitating international trade and expanding access to trade finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Akhlaqur Rahman, Deputy Managing Director of Dhaka Bank, received the award from Mr. Steven Beck, ADB’s Head of Trade and Supply Chain Finance, and Neha Noronha, Unit Head of South Asia, at the 12th TSCFP Awards and Partners Dinner held in Singapore in the presence of over 200 representatives from leading financial institutions worldwide recently, says a press release.

On receiving the award, Akhlaqur Rahman said, “This recognition is a proud moment for Dhaka Bank and a testament to our continued commitment to bridging trade finance gaps, empowering local businesses and enabling greater access to international markets.”

The latest recognition builds on the Bank’s continued success at the ADB TSCFP Awards, following its recognition as “Leading Partner Bank” in Bangladesh in 2024 and receipt of the “Momentum Award” in 2025. Guided by its motto, “Transforming Together,” Dhaka Bank remains committed to delivering innovative financial solutions and creating greater opportunities for businesses to connect with the global economy.