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With deep industry knowledge in sectors like metals, energy, technology, trading and manufacturing, OCBC has consistently supported customers throughout their entire lifecycle, and we are ready to help even more Chinese companies tap into the vast opportunities in ASEAN. According to Benjamin Quek, Head of Greater China Business Office and Metals & Mining, speaking at the 2024 FutureChina Global Forum panel discussion on 'The Prospects of International Trade & Regional Investments', "As Chinese MNCs become global industry leaders, we anticipate a sustained wave of overseas expansion, with ASEAN being a prime destination for regional and international growth." Our China Business Offices, strategically located in key ASEAN cities, provide bespoke solutions that cater to the unique needs of our clients. By leveraging our multilingual and multicultural teams, we facilitate seamless connections between businesses and potential partners. Unlock the full potential of ASEAN with us today. #UnlockASEANOpportunities #OCBCXFCGF2024 Photo credits: 通商中国 Business China

Congratulations to the winners and finalists of the 2024 Emerging Enterprise Awards! From over 650 applicants, last evening, we celebrated the bold ambition, innovation, and resilience of 30 finalists and winners who are leading the way in their respective industries across Singapore and the region. A recognition that marks a significant milestone of excellence in their entrepreneurial journey. Emerging Enterprise Sustainability Award Winners: Pyxis RushOwl Plana (Plastic for Nature) Emerging Enterprise Award Winners: Kskin PanCare Medical Clinic Fano (Fano Labs) Most Promising Sustainability Start Up: Life Lab Resources The Powder Shampoo Presented by OCBC and The Business Times, the Emerging Enterprise Award and Emerging Enterprise Sustainability Award recognise young businesses under 10 years old and is a powerful springboard for their growth. Since 2008, these awards have empowered startups and SMEs with resources to unlock their full potential. We want to thank all our partners who helped make this journey possible: Preferred Payment Solutions Partner: Mastercard • Official Legal Advisor: Rajah & Tann Asia • Official Auditor: RSM - Singapore • Partners: A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Enterprise Singapore, and Paia Consulting Together, we will continue to support the future of enterprises and empower the region’s young businesses.

OCBC has been a long-time platinum sponsor of 通商中国 Business China's flagship event, the FutureChina Global Forum, which aims to discuss new trends and forces that drive China's evolution and reiterates our commitment to connecting businesses with opportunities across Greater China and ASEAN. With this year's theme on "Strengthening Collaborations in a Multipolar World", we continue to be the gateway for Chinese businesses expanding into ASEAN, supported by our vast network connecting startups, SMEs, enterprises and corporates across key regional markets. Roy Tan, Head of Enterprise Banking international, shared: "OCBC is actively facilitating connections and networking opportunities for our clients as we recognise the trend of Chinese companies using Singapore as regional headquarters to expand their business into ASEAN. We aim to bridge the gap between our clients and industry players through events and connections and be the regional bank of choice to open doors in the ASEAN market for our Chinese clients." #OCBCOneConnect #UnlockASEANOpportunities #OCBCXFCGF2024 Photo credits: 通商中国 Business China

Ready to accelerate your career? The OCBC Graduate Talent Programme offers a thrilling stride through multiple divisions! From Risk Management to Digital Banking, our programme gives you a comprehensive view of the banking world. Choose your lane and explore diverse career tracks. With personalised rotations, you'll gain hands-on experience across various sectors, helping you find your perfect fit in OCBC's dynamic career ecosystem. Don't miss this opportunity to fast-track your future in banking. Applications for the OCBC Graduate Talent Programme 2025 are now open! Race ahead with OCBC: https://lnkd.in/gDjB56S2 #OCBCGraduateTalentProgramme

We are proud to partner Singapore Business Federation , Singapore Post (SingPost) and EY (Ernst & Young LLP) to launch the Queen Bee Enabled Sustainability Transition (QUEST) programme, which will support SingPost’s local SME suppliers to implement their decarbonisation strategies. Since we launched our OCBC SME Sustainable Finance framework three years ago, we have financed well over 1,000 SMEs in Asia with green and sustainability-linked loans across several industries. We have also worked with various partners over the years to deliver digital and industry-based innovations that empower SMEs to measure and report their carbon emissions. Building on our strong track record of supporting Singapore SMEs in sustainability, we will provide the SMEs participating in QUEST with knowledge and access to sustainable financing options, enabling them to invest in decarbonisation technologies and practices.

OCBC Public Sector Day is our flagship event that showcases our commitment to driving digital transformation in support of Singapore's #SmartNation agenda. This year's event witnessed an impressive turnout, with distinguished representatives from ministries, statutory boards, healthcare, and education institutions attending to gain insights into our cutting-edge solutions and successful collaborations. Aligned with the refreshed Smart Nation 2.0 agenda, we firmly believe in the power of co-creation, resilience, and collaboration. Our partnerships, such as with Customs on Guarantee, exemplify how innovation flourishes when the public and private sectors unite. Singapore's legacy lies in building a highly efficient, transparent, and resilient ecosystem that safeguards both citizens and businesses, ensuring our position as a global leader in digital transformation. Esteemed experts in the field of Al including Norman Ng from Google, as well as Donald MacDonald and Yu-Kai Thia from OCBC also shed light on the crucial role of Al in ensuring the security and protection of citizens and users against online fraud through a panel discussion moderated by Shyong Lee. With our expertise in emerging technologies, Al, blockchain and digital risk management, OCBC stands as the partner of choice and the trusted ally of the public sector in enhancing efficiency and security for our citizens. Mr. Eric Chua, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Ministry of Social and Family Development, Singapore (MSF) and Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY), who attended the event, noted, "By co-creating with the public sector and key stakeholders, OCBC has developed progressive digital solutions that bring convenience and efficiency to Singaporeans' lives. I encourage more of such partnerships - where we can collaborate and harness digital technology creatively, to better meet the evolving needs of the population." #ОСВС #PublicSectorDay #SmartNation #Collaboration #PublicPrivatePartnership Smart Nation Singapore

As a leader in sustainable finance, OCBC actively partners with clients towards a net-zero ASEAN and Greater China. Celina Chan, Head of Sustainable Finance at OCBC Hong Kong, sheds light on market trends and why corporates are increasingly embracing ESG in their business models.

After an exciting Module 1 in June (https://lnkd.in/gtKErvSg), our week-long overseas immersion for OCBC SOAR Executive Development Programme (EDP) 2024 swept us away on an unforgettable learning journey to Hong Kong and Shenzhen in Sep. The week kicked off with an engaging fireside chat and lunch with Wang Ke, Head of Greater China and CEO of OCBC Hong Kong, and his Hong Kong management team. Anchoring the middle of the learning journey was a presentation session with Liu Dawei, Shenzhen Branch manager and Head of South & Central China, GCB China and some of the local leadership team. Through both sessions, participants not only learnt about OCBC’s position and strategy in the Greater China market, but also got to network with the key leadership team in Greater China. In addition, the external company visits sharpened participants’ global perspective, opening their minds to a diverse range of business models and strategies wielded by companies ranging from large conglomerates to local fintechs. Highlights include the invaluable insights from the leadership lessons in Gammon, Jardines, inspiring sharing on NIO’s strong vision and business model and the transformation journey of Ping An using technology innovation. To cap off the prolific week, participants also tuned in to the perspectives of local Gen Z in a panel discussion before building connections with Chinese start-up entrepreneurs at a networking dinner. Through the different networking sessions, the programme not only gave participants the opportunity to network externally but also allowed them to foster strong bonds internally among themselves as well. The participants will brace themselves for the last module in Nov where their leadership journey continues to unfold. Stay tuned! #OCBCSOAR #EDP #OCBCCareers #OpportunityStartsHere

SMEs face a rapidly evolving business landscape and mounting challenges, and this year's SME InfoComm Commerce Conference (SMEICC) was aptly centred around helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) navigate change. The event brought together a vibrant mix of business leaders, entrepreneurs, and government partners, each dedicated to the growth of SMEs. From helping SMEs kickstart their business with seamless account opening, to equipping them with tools and tailored advisory to support their growth, this platform gave us the opportunity for meaningful engagement with SMEs eager to start and expand their businesses. Additionally, we reaffirmed our commitment to empowering, enabling, and engaging women entrepreneurs through OCBC Women Unlimited, the first programme dedicated to women entrepreneurs by a Singapore bank. As Asia's best SME bank, we continue to support SMEs at every stage of their journey as they navigate uncertainty and unlock new business opportunities for growth.

We recently announced our 5-year collaboration with Disney across Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia to bring special activities and products inspired by Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars to our customers. The collaboration accelerates our drive to quadruple our new-to-bank customers in our Southeast Asia core markets by 2029. Today, we kicked off our collaboration with the official launch of the OCBC MyOwn Account in Singapore! Our customers are the first in Southeast Asia to take home debit cards with Disney and Marvel designs and receive limited edition OCBC pins! Financial literacy and parental supervision are at the heart of our OCBC MyOwn Account. We've created financial literacy content, available to our OCBC MyOwn Account customers on the OCBC app, and to all parents and educators on our OCBC website and Wisma Atria branch, to help teens and children build a strong foundation in financial literacy. "Giving kids and teens the opportunity to learn independently is important, but parents still play a key role. Only parents can set the account’s transaction limits. Parents can also use their own OCBC app to track their child’s account activities in real time. It is this balance that makes the OCBC MyOwn Account’s proposition very strong." - Helen Wong, OCBC Group CEO