Zurich / Dubai, 25 August 2026
EFG International AG is today announcing the appointment of Ranjit Khanna as Chief Executive Officer of its Dubai Advisory Office, effective 26 August 2026.
In his new role, Ranjit Khanna will lead the continued development and growth of EFG's Dubai Advisory Office, further strengthening the firm's presence in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and the United Arab Emirates. Under the strategic leadership of Soha Nashaat, Executive Chairwoman of EFG International Middle East, Ranjit will lead the Dubai Advisory Office in delivering EFG's growth ambitions for the UAE while supporting the execution of the Group's broader Middle East strategy. His appointment is effective 26 August 2026 and he will report to Patrick Ramsey, Head of Continental Europe and Middle East.
Prior to joining EFG, Ranjit Khanna served as DIFC Chief Executive at Bank of Singapore, where he also led the private banking business serving clients across the Middle East, Europe and Global South Asia. He brings more than three decades of international private banking experience, including senior leadership roles at Swiss and international financial institutions across Asia and the Middle East. A Singaporean national, Ranjit Khanna began his banking career in New York.
Patrick Ramsey, Head of Continental Europe and Middle East at EFG International, said: "I am delighted to welcome Ranjit to EFG. His deep regional experience, leadership capabilities and proven track record make him an excellent choice to lead our Dubai Advisory Office. Dubai remains one of EFG's most important strategic locations, and I am confident that, working closely with Soha Nashaat and our wider regional leadership team, Ranjit will continue to strengthen our franchise in the UAE and contribute to the successful execution of our broader Middle East strategy."
Soha Nashaat, Executive Chairwoman of EFG International Middle East, said: "Dubai is central to EFG's long-term ambitions in the Middle East and continues to play a pivotal role in our regional growth strategy. Ranjit's appointment further strengthens our leadership team, and I look forward to working closely with him and the Dubai team as we continue to deepen our client relationships, expand our capabilities and execute our strategic priorities across the region."
EFG's Dubai Advisory Office has expanded significantly since opening in 2019 and today employs more than 60 professionals serving private banking clients across the region. As one of the Group's key strategic growth hubs, Dubai continues to play an important role in supporting EFG's long-term ambitions in the Middle East.