BDO Unibank Inc. president and chief executive Nestor Tan was elected president of the International Monetary Conference (IMC) for the 2025–2026 term. He is the first Filipino to hold the position.
His election took place during the IMC’s annual gathering in Brussels, Belgium. The IMC is a non-profit organization made up of chairpersons and chief executives from 58 of the world’s largest financial institutions across 31 countries. Past presidents include Johan Thijis, CEO of KBC Group and Carlos Torres Vila, chair of BBVA.
Since its founding in 1954, the IMC has played a key role in shaping international banking practices and policies. It provides a private forum for dialogue among leading commercial banks, central bank governors, senior government officials, and top executives from global financial organizations such as the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank.
Tan’s election “reflects his extensive expertise in banking and finance and affirms his leadership standing in the global banking community,” BDO said in a statement.
It also recognizes BDO’s consistent performance and growing influence in the regional and global financial sectors.
Tan’s appointment “marks a milestone not only for BDO but also for the Philippine banking industry,” the bank said.
