{"id":7567,"date":"2026-08-14T05:54:11","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T00:24:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fintechnews.lk\/?p=7567"},"modified":"2026-08-14T05:54:12","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T00:24:12","slug":"amana-bank-marks-15th-anniversary-with-commemorative-cover-and-stamp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fintechnews.lk\/index.php\/2026\/08\/14\/amana-bank-marks-15th-anniversary-with-commemorative-cover-and-stamp\/","title":{"rendered":"Am\u00e3na Bank marks 15th Anniversary with Commemorative Cover and Stamp"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Am\u00e3na Bank PLC in collaboration with the Philatelic Bureau of the Department of Posts of Sri Lanka launched a Special Commemorative Cover and Stamp in celebration of the Bank\u2019s 15th Anniversary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ceremonial launch was held on August 12, to honour and mark Am\u00e3na Bank\u2019s contribution to Sri Lanka\u2019s financial services landscape and its distinctive role as the country\u2019s first and only licensed commercial bank operating entirely on the non-interest based banking model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The commemorative cover and stamp pay tribute to Am\u00e3na Bank\u2019s journey since commencing operations in 2011, reflecting 15 years of enabling growth, enriching lives, and delivering value through a development-focused and people-friendly approach to banking.Since opening its doors, Am\u00e3na Bank has steadily expanded its presence across the country, serving a growing customer base through its 80+ branch and self-banking centre network while remaining focused on Retail, SME, and development-oriented banking with a selective approach to Corporates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The event was graced by the Deputy Postmaster General of the Sri Lanka Department of Posts, Premachandra Herath; Director of the Philatelic Bureau of the Sri Lanka Department of Posts, Lanka De Silva; Founder Chairman of Am\u00e3na Bank Osman Kassim; incumbent Chairman Asgi Akbarally current Managing Director\/CEO, Mohamed Azmeer Founder Directors Tyeab Akbarally, Ruzly Hussain, Jazri Magdon Ismail and Dr. A.A.M. Haroon Founder Managing Director\/CEO, Faizal Salieh current Board of Directors; Sharia Supervisory Council OrphanCare Trustees; along with the Bank\u2019s Management Committee, Senior Management and Branch Managers. Prior to the stamp launch, the Bank marked its 15th anniversary by ceremoniously hoisting the Sri Lanka National Flag at its Corporate Office premises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Amana Bank\u2019s Chairman Asgi Akbarally stated; \u201cAs we celebrate the 15th anniversary of Am\u00e3na Bank, this commemorative First Day Cover and stamp stand as a lasting tribute to a remarkable journey built on vision, resilience, and trust. It symbolizes not only the milestones we have achieved, but also the enduring confidence placed in us by our customers, shareholders, regulators, colleagues, and the communities we are privileged to serve.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Amana Bank Managing Director\/CEO Mohamed Azmeer said; \u201cWe are truly honoured to have been given the opportunity to celebrate our 15th anniversary with this special commemorative cover and stamp launch. There is something particularly meaningful about commemorating an institutional milestone through a postage stamp. Stamps preserve moments in history and provide future generations with a window into the people, institutions and events that have contributed to the progress of a nation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: Daily News<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Am\u00e3na Bank PLC in collaboration with the Philatelic Bureau of the Department of Posts of Sri Lanka launched a Special Commemorative Cover and Stamp in celebration of the Bank\u2019s 15th Anniversary. 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