Danil Bekrar

Director at ING bank Dubai

Danil Bekrar is Director within ING’s Financial Institutions Middle East team, based in the UAE, where he leads strategic coverage of non-banking financial institutions and government-related entities across the MENA region. With over 15 years of experience in Wholesale Banking, Danil has developed deep expertise in advising sovereign wealth funds, central banks, and institutional investors on complex financing and investment strategies. His work frequently intersects with policy and governance issues, reflecting a nuanced understanding of regional dynamics and institutional frameworks. Danil holds a Master of Science in Corporate Finance from SKEMA Business School in France and serves as an Adjunct Professor of Sustainable Finance at SKEMA, where he mentors future finance leaders on ESG integration and responsible investment strategies. His academic contributions are complemented by active participation in global forums such as the Future Investment Initiative (FII), where he advocates for sustainable finance and institutional innovation. Passionate about sustainability, Danil combines commercial acumen with a commitment to long-term environmental and social goals, positioning him as a trusted advisor in the region’s transition to a low-carbon economy. His current focus includes aligning institutional finance with ESG principles and driving innovative solutions that support the Middle East’s evolving sustainability landscape.