BNP Paribas is a leader in the Eurozone, and a prominent international banking institution with strong roots in Europe's banking history. It has a presence in 64 countries, with around 184 000 Employees – including more than 145 000 in Europe. Since 1985, BNP Paribas was one of the first foreign banks to operate in the country. Today, the Group has around 8.000 employees across several entities operating directly in the territory, offering a wide range of integrated financial solutions to support its clients and their businesses. Thanks to its international presence and regular and close collaboration among its different entities, BNP Paribas has the resources to support all clients with financing, investment, savings and protection solutions that help make their projects a success. BNP Paribas holds key positions in its three core operating divisions: Retail Banking, Investment & Protection Services and Corporate & Institutional Banking.