The move is a part of the company’s continuing expansion of its wealth and investment management capabilities in the Mena (Middle East and North Africa) market, the company said in a statement.

As a director, Aggarwal will be responsible for providing financial advice to HNWIs and UNWIs in the region.

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Before joining Barclays, Aggarwal has held senior positions in global financial institutions including HSBC Private Bank, Citi Private Bank, and ANZ Grindlays.

He also has experience in the realm of portfolio management, with a particular focus on complex credit solutions, trust structuring and UNHNW multi-asset investment mandates.

Commenting on the appointment, Rory Gilbert, managing director and head of MENA for wealth and investment management at Barclays remarked, "With our latest appointments, we are enhancing our focus on the entire MENA region by placing dedicated private bankers in specific markets. We continue to expand the team to offer tailored services to meet growing client demand for financial expertise and advice."

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