In this issue

It’s our highly anticipated awards issue! Head over to page 36 where we celebrate the achievements of hundreds of banks across the region for their exceptional commercial banking, retail banking, and wholesale banking initiatives at the Asian Banking & Finance Awards 2021.

We chatted with Deputy Governor Mamerto Tangonan of Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas on the goal of pushing up financial inclusion across the Philippines by hingeing on the launch of the national ID and QR payment system. Jumio Asia’s Vice President Frederic Ho also weighs in on building successful
Philippine digital banks and warns to get it right on the first try or fade under a bad reputation.

We also highlight China’s antagonistic stance on cryptocurrency mining activities as it deals a massive blow to the global crypto mining industry. Islamic banks adhering to Shariah laws, ethics, and values are also gaining popularity amongst the Millennials and Gen Zs.

Asian Banking & Finance Magazine Description:

Asian Banking & Finance Magazine (ABF) is a quarterly magazine that covers the latest news, trends, and developments in the Asian banking and finance industry. The magazine is published by Charlton Media Group and is available in print and digital formats.

ABF features a mix of editorial content, including:

* News and analysis: The magazine provides in-depth coverage of the latest news and trends in the Asian banking and finance industry, including mergers and acquisitions, regulation changes, and new product launches.
* Interviews: ABF features interviews with senior executives from leading banks and financial institutions in Asia, as well as with government officials and industry experts.
* Special reports: The magazine regularly publishes special reports on specific topics related to the Asian banking and finance industry, such as fintech, Islamic finance, and sustainable banking.
* Market data and statistics: ABF provides readers with market data and statistics on the Asian banking and finance industry, including key financial ratios, asset quality, and profitability.

The magazine is aimed at senior executives from banks and financial institutions in Asia, as well as government officials, investors, and other professionals who are interested in the Asian banking and finance industry. ABF is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest news, trends, and developments in the Asian banking and finance industry.