Prime Bank PLC and Green University of Bangladesh have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance youth engagement and financial inclusion through academic collaboration. The signing took place during a seminar titled “Financial Inclusion: Engaging & Inspiring Youth in Banking”, held under Prime Bank’s flagship PrimeAcademia initiative.
The event featured Prof. Dr. Mohammad Shorif Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Green University of Bangladesh, as Chief Guest. In his remarks, he highlighted that “financial inclusion is vital for sustainable development and youth empowerment.” Other senior representatives from the university present included Prof. Dr. Khawza Iftekhar Uddin Ahmed, Pro Vice Chancellor; Prof. Dr. Md. Fayzur Rahman, Treasurer; Prof. Dr. Mohammed Tareque Aziz, Dean and Professor; and Captain (Navy) S M Salahuddin NGP, psc, MBA (LPR), Registrar.
Representing Prime Bank, Ms. Shaila Abedin, SEVP & Head of Liability, spoke about the bank’s ongoing initiatives to engage young people in banking. Mr. M M Mahbub Hasan, SVP & Head of Financial Inclusion & School Banking, addressed the audience on the importance of financial literacy in preparing future leaders for a dynamic economy.
The newly signed MoU aims to strengthen collaboration between the banking and academic sectors, encouraging student participation in joint projects, training, and research on inclusive financial practices.
Through PrimeAcademia, Prime Bank delivers integrated financial solutions to educational institutions nationwide, including digital fee collection systems, payroll management, school banking, and customised student accounts.
The event drew enthusiastic participation from students and faculty members, reflecting growing awareness of the role of inclusive finance in shaping Bangladesh’s future economic progress.
