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BANK OF COMMUNICATIONS (HONG KONG) LTD. AND HONG KONG BUSINESS ASSOCIATION VIETNAM ESTABLISH FRIENDLY RELATIONSHIP
Happy New Year!

In early 2024, representatives from the Bank of Communications (Hong Kong) Ltd. (“the Bank”) visited the Hong Kong Business Association Vietnam (HKBAV) to explore the cross-border financial services needs of the overseas Chinese in Vietnam. The Bank was honorably invited to join the membership of HKBAV and became a member subsequently. Later in December 2024, when HKBAV attended the Hong Kong Forum, the Bank sincerely invited Mr. Chiu, the Chairman, and the representatives of HKBAV to meet at the Bank of Communications Tower to exchange views on the economy, banking services, etc. along with a dinner reception, during which many representatives expressed their interests about the Bank’s cordial financial services.
Bank of Communications Group is committed to supporting the country's development plan of the Belt and Road Initiative and has an overseas branch in Ho Chi Minh City. The Bank focuses on the practical needs of overseas Chinese in Vietnam. With a group of professionals specialized in account services, financial planning and dedicated branches in place, the Bank strives to build an all-rounded cross-border financial service platform for the members of HKBAV.
For corporate or personal banking enquiry, you are welcome to contact our Bank or via HKBAV office. Our seasoned staff members with knowledge of different Chinese dialects will provide customers with dedicated one-on-one financial services.
We look forward to cooperating with HKBAV in the near future!
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