SQB maintains long-term strategic partnerships with leading international financial institutions to strengthen its funding base, governance framework, and sustainable growth strategy.
Through collaboration with global development partners and commercial banks, SQB continues to enhance access to international capital markets, implement advanced risk-management standards, and promote sustainable financing across Uzbekistan’s economy.
International Financial Institutions
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
SQB’s strategic shareholder and long-term partner supporting the Bank’s corporate governance enhancement, ESG integration, digital transformation, and SME financing initiatives. IFC’s equity participation underscores confidence in SQB’s business model and strategic trajectory.
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
SQB cooperates with the EBRD under several flagship programs, including the Green Trade Facilitation Programme (Green TFP) and Green Economy Financing Facility (GEFF). These programs promote energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable industrial projects throughout Uzbekistan.
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
As a partner in the Trade Finance Program (TFP) and SME support initiatives, ADB provides short-term funding facilities to expand trade and promote inclusive business growth.
Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC)
In cooperation with the ITFC, SQB supports import and export operations for corporate clients, ensuring efficient trade flows and strengthening Uzbekistan’s regional integration.
Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI)
GGGI provided technical and analytical assistance for SQB’s landmark USD 400 million and UZS 2.25 trillion Sustainability Bond issuance on the London Stock Exchange — the first dual-currency sustainability bond from Uzbekistan.
Partnerships with International Financial Markets
SQB maintains correspondent relationships and transaction cooperation with major global financial institutions, including Citibank, Deutsche Bank, Commerzbank, and Standard Chartered, facilitating trade finance, syndicated lending, and foreign-currency liquidity management.
These relationships enable SQB to access global funding sources, participate in international syndicated loans, and provide world-class services to its corporate clients.
Recognition
SQB’s cooperation with its international partners has been recognized through numerous awards, including:
Strategic Value
Through these partnerships, SQB:
These strategic alliances are an essential part of SQB’s transformation into a modern, sustainable, and internationally trusted financial institution.
