Standard Chartered Pakistan, Emirates forge strategic partnership

By Our Correspondent
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June 04, 2025
The Standard Chartered bank logo is seen at their headquarters in London, Britain, July 26, 2022. — Reuters

KARACHI: Standard Chartered Pakistan and Emirates have entered into a strategic partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), a statement said on Tuesday.

The collaboration offers significant benefits to Standard Chartered credit card holders, including special fares on tickets purchased online through the Emirates website. Customers can now opt to split their payments into convenient monthly instalments of up to 12 months.

CEO and Head of Coverage, Standard Chartered Pakistan Rehan Shaikh said, “By leveraging our global network and Emirates’ renowned service excellence, we are able to offer unique travel benefits that align with our clients' lifestyle and financial needs. This collaboration not only strengthens our market position but also exemplifies our commitment to fostering strong partnerships that drive innovation and growth in the banking sector.”

“We have a special relationship with Pakistan, where we have been operating since 1985, and, in partnering with a leading bank operating in the country, we hope to expand our customer base further. The incentives we are providing to Standard Chartered customers will allow them to experience our premium travel proposition while enjoying added value,” said VP for Pakistan, Emirates Mohammed Alhashmi.