Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation has announced the appointment of a head of corporate coverage in India.

SMBC appoints Sandeep Chopra as head of corporate coverage in India, according to a statement. Based in Mumbai, he reports to Rakesh Garg, chief business officer of SMBC India.

Chopra has 30 years of corporate and institutional banking experience and previously worked at DBS and the Royal Bank of Scotland.

«With deep knowledge in corporate and institutional banking, Sandeep joins us at a pivotal juncture as we continue our success in the Indian market,» said SMBC India country head Hiroyuki Mesaki. «His proficiency in cultivating and managing relationships with India’s leading companies will be invaluable in fostering strong partnerships and accelerating SMBC’s growth vision for India.»