Dhaka Bank PLC and the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB) recently launched a co-branded vertical Mastercard credit card for ICMAB members.

Md Abdur Rahman Khan, secretary to the Internal Resources Division and chairman of the National Board of Revenue, attended the launch of the card at the ICMAB office in Dhaka, according to a press release.

Sheikh Mohammad Maroof, managing director of the bank, said, "This joint venture will add a new dimension to the lifestyle of cardholders, allowing them to benefit from transactions both within the country and overseas."

Mahtab Uddin Ahmed, president of ICMAB, said, "We will continue to work on strengthening our association with Dhaka Bank PLC and Mastercard to provide added value to them."

Syed Mohammad Kamal, country manager for Bangladesh at Mastercard, said, "This launch demonstrates the three entities' shared commitment to providing more ease, convenience, and peace of mind to cardholders."

Cardholders will be able to enjoy lounge access at over 1,300 airports across 120 countries through the Mastercard Lounge Key programme, along with an annual fee waiver and unlimited complimentary access to the Balaka Executive Lounge at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.

M Masrur Reaz, founder and chairman of the Policy Exchange of Bangladesh, along with other senior officials of the bank, ICMAB and the digital payment service provider, were also present.