Basil Al Dhahi becomes CEO as Arab Bank Iraq expands its national presence. His appointment reflects the bank’s strong commitment to Iraq’s financial future.
Al Dhahi brings deep experience from his time at Bank of Baghdad. He helped lead that institution through major changes and strong growth. Now, he joins Arab Bank to guide its Iraq operations into a new era.
The bank plans to grow its branch network and reach more customers. With Al Dhahi in charge, Arab Bank Iraq wants to offer modern, full-service banking across the country. It aims to serve individuals, businesses, and large institutions.
Arab Bank sees Iraq as a key market in the Middle East. The country’s financial sector is growing fast. Demand for reliable and digital banking is also rising. Basil Al Dhahi becomes CEO at a time of strong opportunity.
The Arab Bank Group is based in Amman, Jordan. It runs more than 600 branches across five continents. This global reach supports Arab Bank Iraq by linking it to international markets. That helps attract investment and build customer trust.
Arab Bank Iraq benefits from this wide network. It connects local clients to global services. At the same time, it helps global companies do business in Iraq. This strategy supports growth in both directions.
Executives expect Al Dhahi to launch new services and improve digital access. He brings both local market knowledge and global banking insight. These skills make him the right leader for the next chapter.
The bank’s long-term strategy includes more jobs, better service, and support for Iraq’s economy. Basil Al Dhahi becomes CEO not just to lead, but to help transform banking in Iraq.