Emirates makes new commercial appointments across Africa and Asia

Emirates is advancing strategic commercial team appointments designed to bolster its presence in key markets across West Asia, the Indian Ocean and Africa.

Salem Almana, currently regional manager Pakistan, will become country manager for Ghana. Image: Emirates Airlines

Effective 1 August, the following UAE National commercial leaders will take on new roles: 

Jaber Mohamed, currently Country Manager Bangladesh, will become Country Manager Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

Talal Al Gergawi, currently Country Manager Zimbabwe, will become Country Manager Bangladesh.

Salem Almana, currently Regional Manager Pakistan, will become Country Manager Ghana.

Omar Bushlaibi, currently Country Manager Zambia, will assume interim responsibility for Zimbabwe, alongside his ongoing duties in Zambia.

The airline said in a statement: “The latest rotations are part of Emirates' commercial outstation managers programme, designed to offer UAE Nationals unique opportunities to diversify their leadership skills and deepen their knowledge of local markets within the airline’s network. The programme also helps Emirati managers further expand their networks by engaging with local industry and government stakeholders, fostering new partnerships and strengthening existing relationships.”

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