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Federal Express Corp. has appointed Salil Chari as the new president of its Asia Pacific operations
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Chari, previously senior vice president of marketing and customer experience for APAC, assumed his new role on January 1, 2026
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Chari succeeds Kawal Preet, who has transitioned to a new role as executive vice president for planning, engineering, and transformation
Federal Express Corp. (FedEx) has appointed Salil Chari as the new president of its Asia Pacific (APAC) operations.
Chari, previously senior vice president of marketing and customer experience for APAC, assumed his new role on January 1, 2026, the express transportation company said in a statement.
He succeeds Kawal Preet, who has transitioned to a new role as executive vice president for planning, engineering, and transformation.
As regional president, FedEx said Chari is responsible for shaping the strategic direction of the business and leading a team of nearly 30,000 across APAC to drive profitable growth, deliver outstanding customer experiences, and advance operational excellence throughout the region.
“I am excited to welcome Salil as the new president of Asia Pacific, marking an exciting new chapter for our APAC business,” said Richard Smith, FedEx chief operating officer, International, and chief executive officer for Airline.
“Salil brings exceptional multi-regional leadership experience and a passion for delivering value to customers. With his deep understanding of the region, I am confident he will lead our APAC business to new heights and reinforce the region’s importance to our global growth. Thanks to Kawal for her exceptional leadership; she will continue to advance our global transformation efforts,” Smith said.
Chari began his FedEx career in 1997 as a marketing analyst in Memphis. U.S. Through successive leadership roles across Latin America and the Caribbean, the Asia Pacific and Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, and Africa, “he has demonstrated a deep commitment to elevating customer experience and empowering businesses to expand their global reach and capture new market opportunities”, FedEx noted.
“It is an honor to lead such a talented team in a region that sits at the center of global trade,” Chari said.
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He added: “Asia Pacific is home to some of the world’s most dynamic and fast-evolving trade corridors, creating powerful opportunities for businesses of all sizes to grow and compete globally. As we build on our strong foundation, my priority is to strengthen resilience, accelerate growth, and deepen the role FedEx plays as a valued 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 possibilities, drive innovation, and enable global trade in an ever-evolving marketplace.”
