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Lunar New Year

February 2026

Standard Chartered UK hosted its flagship Lunar New Year Forum and celebration at the historic Guildhall in London, bringing together industry leaders, clients, and colleagues to celebrate the arrival of the Year of the Horse.

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The event began with welcome and opening remarks from Saif Malik, CEO, UK and Head, Client Coverage, UK, Standard Chartered, followed by a programme featuring a distinguished line-up of speakers and senior leaders from across the global financial services industry.

The Forum included a Global Update, a keynote address, and a panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the global economy.

The Forum concluded with an evening Lunar New Year reception hosted by Bill Winters, Group Chief Executive, Standard Chartered.


This year’s forum insights

Rewiring the global economy: resilience, risk and renewal in the Year of the Horse

Peak uncertainty, persistent resilience: what’s next for the global economy?