Bank of Palestine CEO talks about ESG and innovation

For our Hot Topics at Sibos series, TTP spoke with Mahmoud Shawa, CEO of Bank of Palestine, about the bank’s approach to innovation, digital transformation and building the next generation of financial services.

The conversation explores:
* How ESG and innovation are shaping the bank’s strategy
* The growth of its payments and digital banking offering
* The role of technology in improving customer experiences
* Building stronger relationships with correspondent banks and financial partners
* The bank’s vision for regional expansion and growth towards 2027

Mahmoud shares his perspective on how banks can embrace innovation while continuing to develop their services and strengthen their position in an increasingly digital financial ecosystem.

Watch the full conversation from Sibos 2026.