Premier Bank PLC organised the "Business Conference-2025" at the Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel in the capital today.

HBM Iqbal, chairman of the bank, joined the conference virtually as the chief guest, according to a press release.

In his inaugural speech, Iqbal said, "The scope of the bank's business is increasing rapidly, so we must maintain service quality with greater sincerity and identify new areas of business in our respective sectors."

He urged all involved, including branch managers, to continue the bank's progress in the coming days and work diligently to enhance its reputation.

While presiding over the event, Mohammad Abu Jafar, managing director and CEO, stated, "Premier Bank is working to advance the country through quality and inclusive investment, including in national priority sectors, with guidance from the Board of Directors and a strong management team."

"The people of the country have high expectations from Premier Bank. We must provide client service with modern technology, while aligning with both national and international economic conditions."

He further emphasised the need to work together to implement business plans and meet the challenges posed by the economic downturn.

Moin Iqbal, vice-chairman of the bank, also participated in the conference virtually.

Other notable attendees included M Imran Iqbal, director and chairman of the risk management and EC committees; Jamal G Ahmed, director; Naba Gopal Banik, independent director; Syed Nowsher Ali, and Shamsuddin Chowdhury, additional managing directors; Shahed Sekander, managing director of Premier Bank Securities; Nasim Sekander, additional managing director; and Sayed Abul Hashem, deputy managing director and CFO.