Mastercard has announced the appointment of Abhishek Lahiri as its new Vice President of Public Policy for South Asia. Lahiri, with over 17 years of experience in fintech, payments and emerging technologies, will spearhead Mastercard’s policy agenda, driving collaboration with governments, industry stakeholders and partners to foster a digitally inclusive economy.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Lahiri emphasised Mastercard’s commitment to advancing financial inclusion, digitally empowering small businesses and supporting government initiatives aimed at economic digitisation.
Lahiri’s career includes leadership roles at tech giants such as Google, Amazon and Meta. In his previous position as Head of Fintech and Payments Policy at Google, he played a crucial role in shaping regulatory frameworks and building strategic partnerships for Google Pay and other fintech innovations.
With a wealth of experience across India, South Asia, Africa, the Middle East and the South Pacific, Lahiri has been instrumental in policy advocacy, regulatory affairs, and digital transformation within the financial sector. At Mastercard, he is set to bolster efforts that promote fintech-driven growth and the creation of a truly digital economy in South Asia.
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