June 4, 2025
KARACHI – June 2025: Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan and Emirates have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), establishing a strategic partnership aimed at delivering exclusive travel and payment benefits to customers across Pakistan.
Under this collaboration, Standard Chartered Credit Card holders will enjoy special fares on Emirates tickets booked through the airline’s official website. In addition, customers will have the flexibility to convert their ticket purchases into monthly instalments, with plans extending up to 12 months.
This partnership underscores Standard Chartered’s ongoing commitment to enriching its client offerings and strengthening its position as Pakistan’s leading wealth advisory and global banking partner.
The MoU was formally signed by Rehan Shaikh, CEO and Head of Coverage at Standard Chartered Pakistan, and Mohammed Alhashmi, Vice President for Pakistan at Emirates. The ceremony was attended by senior executives from both organisations, including Saadya Riaz, Head of Wealth & Retail Banking at Standard Chartered Pakistan, and Ashfaq Shah, Corporate Sales Manager – Pakistan for Emirates.
Rehan Shaikh commented:
“This strategic alliance with Emirates marks a significant milestone in our mission to deliver superior value and convenience to our clients. It not only enhances our customer offering but also reflects our commitment to driving innovation and impactful partnerships within the banking sector.”
Mohammed Alhashmi added:
“Emirates shares a longstanding and valued relationship with Pakistan, dating back to 1985. Through this partnership with Standard Chartered, we aim to extend our premium travel experience to a broader customer base, offering added value and convenience to loyal travellers.”
The partnership represents a strong step forward in blending world-class travel experiences with accessible, flexible financial solutions, reinforcing both companies’ dedication to customer-centric innovation in their respective industries.
