SINGAPORE, January 20, 2026 — Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has announced the appointment of Salil Chari as the new president of its Asia Pacific (APAC) region.
Salil Chari, previously senior vice president of Marketing and Customer Experience APAC, FedEx, assumed his new role on January 1, 2026. He succeeds Kawal Preet, who has transitioned to a new role as executive vice president (EVP), Planning, Engineering, and Transformation.
As regional president, Chari is responsible for the shaping 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 W. Smith, chief operating officer, international and chief executive officer, airline, FedEx. “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.”
Salil exemplifies FedEx long-standing practice of nurturing talent from within. He 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.
“It is an honor to lead such a talented team in a region that sits at the center of global trade,” said Salil Chari, regional president, Asia Pacific, FedEx. “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.”