Montreal-based National Bank of Canada is pleased to announce a correspondent arrangement with Standard Chartered Bank that will give its business clients access to the many international and domestic services offered by this organization, particularly in emerging countries in Asia and the Middle East.

Our arrangement with this prestigious international bank will make it easier for National Bank business clients to open local currency accounts, access financing and treasury management services and obtain market information in 16 countries, including China, Hong Kong and India, as well as throughout Southeast Asia.

“Standard Chartered’s Gateway Product will allow us to better accompany our clients in developing their business overseas. They will be able to benefit from the strength of an international banking group with in-depth knowledge of local markets and professional client management,” explained Tony Meti, senior vice president, commercial banking and international at National Bank.

“This arrangement forms part of a strategy that will see National Bank conclude similar alliances with banks in other countries, all with the objective of assisting business owners with their overseas expansion,” added Meti.