Nepal continues to mark its presence on the global financial stage as Mr. Suman Pokharel, Deputy CEO of Global IME Bank Limited, has been announced as a distinguished speaker at the upcoming Giakaa Capital Fintech Leadership Roundtable Series, powered by bepay money. The prestigious event will take place on October 8, 2025, at the Trident Hotel, BKC, Mumbai.

Mr. Pokharel, with over two decades of expertise in financial services and payments, is acknowledged as one of Nepal’s leading banking professionals spearheading the nation’s fintech and digital transformation initiatives. At Global IME Bank (one of Nepal’s largest and fastest-growing institutions), he has directed the strategy, planning and implementation of critical digital initiatives, assuring the bank maintains its position as a leader in innovation. 

With expertise that extends across payments, cross-border remittances, strategic partnerships and risk management, his management work has been instrumental in shaping Nepal’s digital financial ecosystem, securing his position as a respected voice in the global fintech dialogue.

At the roundtable, Mr. Pokharel will discuss the thought-provoking topic: “Bank-Fintech Partnership: Creating Win-Win Collaboration Models”

The topic will encompass the following themes:

• Redefining collaboration between banks and fintech.
• Creating scalable, mutually beneficial partnership models.
• Navigating regulatory and operational challenges together.
• Driving inclusive growth through strategic innovation alliances.

The Giakaa Capital Fintech Leadership Roundtable Series is known for convening high-caliber leaders to deliver data-informed, outcome-driven insights that chart new pathways for fintech. This year, Mr. Pokharel’s participation reflects the growing engagement of Nepalese banking leaders in regional fintech dialogues.

For Nepalese banking professionals and fintech enthusiasts, this is not just a proud moment but also a reflection of how Nepali leadership is contributing to reshaping global finance. As the world looks toward deeper collaborations between banks and fintechs, Mr. Pokharel’s presence in Mumbai underscores one message clearly: Nepal is not just keeping pace with digital transformation, but is now helping lead it.