Federal Express Corp. (FedEx) has appointed Salil Chari as president of its Asia Pacific (APAC) region, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Chari previously served as senior vice president of Marketing and Customer Experience for APAC. He succeeds Kawal Preet, who has moved into a new role as executive vice president (EVP), Planning, Engineering, and Transformation.
As regional president, Chari will set the strategic direction of the business and lead a workforce of nearly 30,000 employees across the Asia Pacific region. His role covers business growth, customer service, and operational performance.
“I am excited to welcome Salil as the new president of Asia Pacific, marking a new chapter for our APAC business,” said Richard Smith, COO, international and CEO, airline, FedEx. “Salil brings strong multi-regional leadership experience and a clear focus on delivering value to customers. With his understanding of the region, I am confident he will lead our APAC business and strengthen the region’s role in our global growth. I also thank Kawal for her leadership as she continues to support our global transformation efforts.”
Chari joined FedEx in 1997 as a marketing analyst in Memphis, United States. Over the years, he has held leadership roles across Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia Pacific and the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent, and Africa. His experience spans marketing, customer experience, and regional management.
“It is an honor to lead such a talented team in a region that plays a key role in global trade,” said Salil Chari, regional president, Asia Pacific, FedEx. “Asia Pacific includes some of the world’s most active trade routes, which create opportunities for businesses of all sizes. My focus will be on strengthening our operations, supporting growth, and building deeper partnerships with our customers and communities. With the commitment of our team members, we will continue to help businesses connect to global markets and adapt to changing trade needs.”
FedEx operates across major markets in Asia Pacific, supporting cross-border trade and logistics for companies ranging from small businesses to large enterprises.