Telenor CEO engages directly with customers in Bangladesh

Benedicte Schilbred Fasmer, president and CEO of Telenor Group, has visited Bangladesh, marking her first trip to the country since assuming leadership of the global telecom giant.

Her visit started with the marketplace, where she spoke directly with distributors, retailers and customers, underscoring Telenor's focus on understanding people's everyday experiences and needs.

Benedicte Schilbred Fasmer said, "Bangladesh is one of Telenor's most dynamic markets, and it was important to me that the very first thing I did here was to meet the people we serve every day. Speaking directly with customers, and spending time with our Grameenphone colleagues and partners, gives me real insight into how connectivity can continue to unlock opportunities across society. I am deeply inspired by the energy, innovation, and potential I have seen in Bangladesh."

Yasir Azman, CEO, Grameenphone, said, "We are honoured to welcome Benedicte to Bangladesh on her first visit as Group CEO. Her immediate connection with our customers and employees reflects the heart of our business, putting people first. The discussions with the business community, together with her encouragement to our team, strengthen our resolve to lead Bangladesh's digital progress with responsibility and ambition."

During the visit, Benedicte also met with leaders of the Bangladesh business community and valued Grameenphone enterprise customers, reaffirming Telenor's role and commitment as a partner in driving Bangladesh's digital growth.

She also spent time with the Grameenphone team, joining a floor walk to meet employees and addressing a townhall where she discussed her vision for Telenor Group and how Grameenphone can bring the next wave of solutions to power Bangladesh's future economy.