20 September 2024

HSBC Malaysia hosts 140-year anniversary event in Kuala Lumpur

HSBC Malaysia hosted a 140-year anniversary event in Kuala Lumpur for longstanding customers, partners and senior government officials. The event signified a reaffirmation of the bank’s commitment to supporting the people and businesses of Malaysia. YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the Prime Minister of Malaysia was the guest of honour for the event.

In 1884, HSBC Malaysia established its first office in Penang, marking the beginning of a longstanding relationship with the country, driven by the need to facilitate trade and serve the international needs of customers here. In 1984, HSBC was the first foreign bank to locally incorporate in Malaysia, forming Hongkong Bank Malaysia Berhad. And in 2007, HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad was the first locally incorporated foreign bank to be awarded an Islamic banking subsidiary licence in Malaysia. More recently, in 2022, the bank opened the doors to its country head office, Menara IQ, at the international hub for finance and business at Tun Razak Exchange in Kuala Lumpur from where it continues to strengthen its suite of offerings across retail and corporate banking.HSBC has approximately 6,000 employees in Malaysia, inclusive of employees in the bank and its network of 54 branches nationwide, along with its global shared service centre.

Dato’ Omar Siddiq, CEO, HSBC Malaysia said, “Investors are increasingly turning their focus to ASEAN markets, particularly Malaysia, for promising investment opportunities. With a growing population, flourishing business environment and robust global trade connections, Malaysia is poised for substantial growth. HSBC’s 140-year legacy in the country emphasises our dedication to partnering with the government and supporting clients in this dynamic market. Our unique capabilities enable us to drive cross-border trade, nurture emerging industries, and empower both businesses and consumers. As Malaysia plays a pivotal role in HSBC’s ASEAN expansion strategy, we are committed to supporting the country in its efforts to attract greater investments across key industries and enhance international trade and wealth management”.

In 2024, HSBC has been recognised as Malaysia’s Best International Bank as part of the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2024.

Media enquiries to:

HSBC Malaysia
Rhia Sarah George
+6012 682 7344
rhia.sarah.george@hsbc.com.my

Supriya Surendran
+6012 272 8648
supriya.t.surendran@hsbc.com.my

HSBC Malaysia
HSBC’s presence in Malaysia dates back to 1884 when the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited established its first office in the country on the island of Penang, with the permission to issue currency notes. HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad was locally incorporated in 1984 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, founding member of the HSBC Group. In 2007, HSBC Bank Malaysia was the first foreign bank to be awarded an Islamic banking subsidiary licence in Malaysia, namely HSBC Amanah Malaysia Berhad. HSBC Malaysia offers a comprehensive range of banking and financial services including Islamic financial solutions. HSBC Malaysia has also led innovation in Malaysia by introducing Malaysia’s first ATM and Electronic Touch Banking in the early 1980s. Today, HSBC Malaysia has launched innovative solutions such as HSBCnet for secure banking for businesses, Trade Transaction Tracker and Facial Recognition on supported mobile phones.