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Federal Express Corporation (FedEx) has appointed Salil Chari as the new President of the Asia-Pacific region. Chari, who previously served as Senior Vice President for Marketing and Customer Experience in the APAC region, assumed his new position on January 1, 2026. He succeeds Kawal Preet, who has transitioned to a new role as Executive Vice President for Planning, Engineering, and Transformation.
In his role as regional president, Chari is responsible for the strategic direction of the company and leads a team of nearly 30,000 employees in the APAC region. His responsibilities include driving profitable growth, delivering outstanding customer experiences, and enhancing operational excellence in the region.
Richard W. Smith, Chief Operating Officer of FedEx International, commented positively on the appointment: “I am pleased to welcome Salil as the new President for Asia-Pacific. This marks an exciting new chapter for our business in the APAC region. Salil brings exceptional experience in multi-regional leadership and has a passion for delivering value to our customers. With his deep understanding of the region, I am confident that he will take our business in the APAC region to new heights.”
Salil Chari began his career at FedEx in 1997 as a marketing analyst in Memphis, USA. Through various leadership positions in Latin America, the Caribbean, the APAC region, as well as in the Middle East, the Indian subcontinent, and Africa, he has consistently focused on enhancing the customer experience and supporting businesses in expanding their global reach and seizing new market opportunities.
“It is an honor to lead such a talented team in a region that is at the center of global trade,” said Chari. “Asia-Pacific is home to some of the world’s most dynamic and rapidly evolving trade routes, offering powerful growth and competitive opportunities for businesses of all sizes. As we build on our solid foundation, my focus will be on strengthening resilience, accelerating growth, and deepening FedEx’s role as a valuable partner for our customers and communities. With the unwavering commitment of our team members, who live the Purple Promise every day to make every customer experience outstanding, we will continue to connect businesses with new opportunities, drive innovation, and enable global trade in an ever-evolving market.”
