Standard Chartered elevates client experience with exclusive art exhibition

By Thai Ha
Fri, December 12, 2025 | 4:54 pm GMT+7

Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam recently hosted a two-day exclusive art exhibition “Như nước trong nguồn - A Flowing Narrative” in Ho Chi Minh City, providing over 100 clients and guests a one-of-kind experience through culture, lifestyle, and global connection.

Guests listening to a presentation about the artworks at the event. Photo courtesy of Standard Chartered.

Guests listening to a presentation about the artworks at the event. Photo courtesy of Standard Chartered.

The event demonstrates the bank's ongoing commitment to creating exclusive experiences for its Priority clients and marks the beginning of a series of bespoke lifestyle experiences.

Beyond an art showcase, it served as a meaningful meaning platform for dialogues among art lovers, collectors, and the business community, while inviting clients to explore the journey of Vietnamese fine art.

The exhibition featured captivating artworks by renowned Vietnamese artists, whose works reflect the vibrancy and depth of Vietnam’s contemporary art scene. A highlight of the event was King Hàm Nghi's painting “Cây bên hồ Léman,” which sympolizes inner strength and harmony.

During the event, Shezad Arif, head of Wealth Retail Banking, Vietnam & Brunei and global head of Distribution Network, Standard Chartered Bank, expressed his appreciation for the clients: “We are thrilled to bring these exclusive cultural experiences to our clients in Vietnam. At Standard Chartered, we are committed to enhancing client experiences that enrich lives beyond banking and empowering clients to thrive in an interconnected world.”

Shezad Arif, head of Wealth Retail Banking, Vietnam & Brunei and global head of Distribution Network, Standard Chartered. Photo courtesy of the bank.

Shezad Arif, head of Wealth Retail Banking, Vietnam & Brunei and global head of Distribution Network, Standard Chartered. Photo courtesy of the bank.

Standard Chartered understands the evolving needs of Vietnamese clients, offering personalized wealth solutions, flexible foreign exchange services, and access to over 300 Priority Centres worldwide through Global Priority Privileges. The bank also connects clients with its international network, providing elevated lifestyle and banking privileges through a unified digital platform.

The bank's leadership in delivering premium banking experiences is globally recognized through its Singapore International Banking hub. Through this network and the Global Link platform, it enables clients to link and manage their Standard Chartered accounts across different countries through a single online platform, providing a consolidated view of their financial assets.

Exclusive art exhibition “Như nước trong nguồn - A Flowing Narrative” in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo courtesy of Standard Chartered.

Exclusive art exhibition “Như nước trong nguồn - A Flowing Narrative” in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo courtesy of Standard Chartered.

As a leading international banking institution with over 120 years of operations in Vietnam and over 170 years of serving clients in 54 markets, Standard Chartered delivers ‘best in class’ customer value propositions and experiences to its clients.

The bank offers a comprehensive range of products and services for Affluent, Emerging Affluent, and SME clients, backed by cutting-edge digital platforms and dedicated relationship managers, making Standard Chartered an ideal financial partner in Vietnam.

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Standard Chartered elevates client experience with exclusive art exhibition

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