Islamabad – 25 May, 2026: Askari Bank has successfully achieved PCI DSS v4.0.1 certification, demonstrating its dedication to protecting cardholder data and upholding rigorous international cybersecurity standards across its digital operations.
Following an independent evaluation by Risk Associates, a globally recognised PCI Qualified Security Assessor (QSA), Askari Bank’s cardholder data environment and payment infrastructure were found fully compliant with the latest PCI DSS requirements
The PCI DSS Certificate of Compliance was formally presented by Dr Aftab Rizvi (CEO of Risk Associates) along with Dr Muhammad Zahid (COO of Risk Associates), Mr. Navaid Naqvi (Executive Director of Risk Associates), to the senior leadership of Askari Bank.
Dr. Aftab Rizvi, Chief Executive Officer of Risk Associates, added: “Askari Bank has shown a commendable level of preparedness and discipline in meeting PCI DSS v4.0.1 requirements. Their achievement speaks to a security-first culture that puts customer protection at the forefront of their digital strategy.”
Mr. Jawad Khalid Mirza of Askari Bank said: “This certification represents a significant milestone in Askari Bank’s cybersecurity journey. It reflects our commitment to embedding mature security governance, proactive risk management, and international best practices across our digital ecosystem. At the core of our strategy remains the trust of our customers, which we continue to safeguard through disciplined and forward-looking security leadership.”
Askari Bank continues to advance its mission of delivering secure, reliable, and customer-centric banking services across Pakistan.
