The Pakistan Banks’ Association (PBA) bids farewell to its longstanding CEO & Secretary General, Tawfiq A. Hussain, who retired on March 31, 2024, after more than a decade of dedicated service. Hussain’s tenure was marked by significant achievements and notable growth for the organization, solidifying its position as a prominent industry body in Pakistan.
Following Hussain’s retirement, the PBA Executive Committee unanimously appointed Muneer Kamal as the new CEO & Secretary General, effective April 1, 2024. With over four decades of experience in the banking sector, Kamal brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. His career spans various leadership positions in both local and international financial institutions, including serving as President & CEO of Faysal Bank and Union Bank.
Kamal, who holds an MBA degree from the Institute of Business Administration, Karachi, boasts a diverse Corporate Governance portfolio, having chaired organizations such as the Pakistan Stock Exchange and the National Bank of Pakistan, and serving on the boards of several prominent companies.
Zafar Masud, Chairman of PBA, expressed his confidence in Kamal’s leadership, stating that his demonstrated experience and understanding of the banking landscape position him well to advance the organization’s mission of promoting banking excellence. Masud also extended gratitude to Tawfiq Hussain for his years of service and wished him success in his future endeavors.
