The Banker magazine awards were announced in London on Thursday, says a press release.

The award recognises the bank's performance in Asia, Africa, the Middle East and its 'prudent acquisition strategy'. The Bank's acquisitions include SC First Bank in Korea (2005) and Union Bank in Pakistan and Hsinchu International Bank in Taiwan (2006).

Standard Chartered Bank also won two key regional awards (Asia Pacific and Africa), six country awards and the award for Best CSR (Corporate and Social Responsibility) Bank.

About the awards, Chief Executive of the bank Peter Sands says: "I would like to thank our employees for their hard work and our customers for allowing us to serve them."

Chairman of the bank Mervyn Davies said, "Standard Chartered's strategic intent is to be the world's best international bank, leading the way in Asia, Africa and the Middle East."

Following is the full list of awards won by Standard Chartered Bank: Global Bank of the Year Award, Best Regional Bank in Africa, Best Regional Bank in Asia Pacific, Best CSR Bank Award, Best Bank in Afghanistan, Best Bank in Botswana, Best Bank in Kenya, Best Bank in Sierra Leone, Best Bank in Gambia and Best Bank in Cote d'lvoire.