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SMBC Appoints New Global Head of FX

(12 February 2026 – Singapore) Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) has named Salim Zaman as global head of foreign exchange (FX).

Based in Singapore, Zaman is tasked with leading SMBC’s global FX business, whilst continuing his current role as co-head of global markets and treasury in the Asia Pacific region, according to a press release published on 11 February 2026.

He will oversee the bank’s global FX strategy and is expected to strengthen SMBC’s ability to deliver comprehensive and integrated FX solutions to clients worldwide.

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