KUALA LUMPUR: United Overseas Bank (M) Bhd (UOB Malaysia) has been named the Best Foreign Retail Bank in Malaysia by The Asian Banker at the regional publication’s Country Awards in 2022.
In a statement, the bank said the recognition was accorded to UOB Malaysia for its achievements in growing its retail and wealth management franchise through digital enhancements amid a challenging operating environment during the period under review.
Managing director and country head of personal financial services Ronnie Lim said as technology continues to influence consumer lifestyles and behaviour, it melds the online and offline worlds seamlessly to engage and serve customers.
“For more than three years, we have been executing our branch transformation strategy to cater to the increasing customer demand for wealth and financial planning services by our UOB Privilege and Wealth Banking relationship programmes.
“In the next two years, we aim to upgrade and relocate more branches to more convenient and accessible locations for our customers,” he added.