Tracy Clarke, group head of human resources and communications at Standard Chartered Bank, said: “It gives me great pleasure to open this branch in Dubai Mall because the UAE is pivotal to the growth and development of Standard Chartered bank’s franchise. We are proud of the achievements of Standard Chartered Bank in the UAE over the last 50 years and I am particularly impressed with the huge potential of the retail banking market in the Emirates.”

Chris de Bruin, head of consumer bank at Standard Chartered Bank UAE, said: “Our branch at Dubai Mall is part of our strategy to grow the bank’s distribution footprint at locations that bring us closer to our customers, while offering a refreshing banking experience. The branch opening and its hours are part of our overall approach to make banking easier and more convenient and highlights our commitment to Dubai and the UAE.”