Value-Based Banking' GABV Asia-Pacific Chapter Meeting 2025 in Colombo

THE Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV) will host its Asia-Pacific Chapter Meeting 2025 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from 15 to 16 October, bringing together CEOs and senior leaders from over 20 member banks across the region.

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Centred on the theme of "Value-Based Banking", the program will explore how ethical, inclusive, and sustainable financial practices can drive long-term impact across communities and economies.

The event, which will be held at Cinnamon Life - City of Dreams, will begin with an Inaugural Session on 15 October, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30a.m., with the participation of guests from Government institutions, banks, non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs), and other distinguished invitees.

This year's gathering, hosted by Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC (SDF), marks a milestone moment for Sri Lanka and the region. The meeting will be held alongside the annual GABV Board Meeting, bringing together global thought leaders in sustainable finance for the first time in Colombo.

The discussions will centre on strategies to empower small and medium enterprises (SMEs), advance sustainable agriculture, and explore the use of artificial intelligence to strengthen values-based banking practices.