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Allied Bank is a commercial bank in Pakistan. Allied Bank, with its registered Offices in Karachi and Lahore, is one of the largest banks within the country with over 1000 branches, connected to an online network. It was the first Muslim bank established in Pakistan before independence (1942) with the name of Australasia Bank. It was named as Allied Bank of Pakistan from Australasia Bank Limited in 1974, and Sarhad Bank Ltd, Lahore Commercial Bank Ltd and Pak Bank Ltd were also merged in it. ==History== ABL is the first Muslim Bank established on territory that later on became Pakistan. It was established on December 3, 1942 as Australasia Bank at Lahore with capital of 0.12 million. At that time the chairman was Kh. Bashir Baksh. ABL’s story was one of the dedication, commitment to professionalism and adaptation to changing environmental changes. The bank's history is divided into many phases. During 25 years of united Pakistan the bank advanced forward in all areas of its activities. 1970’s were a difficult decade for all Banks of Pakistan. In 1971 East Pakistan was separated and Australasia Bank lost its 50 branches and a lot of capital as well. Nevertheless, the growth remained steady. In 1974 all the Banks were nationalized including Australasia Bank. The small provincial Banks were merged into Australasia Bank. On 1 July 1974 the new entity was renamed as ABL of Pakistan Limited. Then it started its operations as Public sector financial institution. Different Phases of the Bank Are as Follows: 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Allied Bank Limited」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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