Kuching | 17 February 2025 | Monday – His Excellency Dato Haji Hilmy bin Haji Othman, the Mayor of Kuching North, welcomed a delegation from Affin Bank Berhad at the Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) Bukit Siol Headquarters today.
The Affin Bank delegation was led by Tuan Haji Musa Abdul Malek, Chairman of Affin Islamic Bank. The visit aimed to enhance banking relations between the financial institution and DBKU while exploring opportunities for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives to benefit Kuching’s community.
Strengthening Banking and Community Ties
The discussion focused on ways to support Kuching’s socio-economic development through potential CSR projects. These initiatives may include financial literacy programs, community welfare projects, and sustainable urban development efforts.
Mayor Dato Haji Hilmy emphasized the importance of strong partnerships between local authorities and corporate organizations in creating a better living environment for Kuching residents. He welcomed the bank’s initiative in collaborating with DBKU for projects that could positively impact the city’s growth.
AFFIN Bank’s Commitment to Kuching
As one of Malaysia’s leading banking institutions, Affin Bank has been actively involved in community-driven initiatives nationwide. The meeting signals the bank’s commitment to working closely with local authorities like DBKU to implement CSR programs that align with the city’s development goals.
Also present at the meeting was Mr. Abang Iskandar Bolhassan bin Abang Mohammad Ariff, Deputy Director of Finance of DBKU, who contributed to discussions on financial strategies for community betterment.
With stronger cooperation between Affin Bank and DBKU, Kuching residents can look forward to meaningful CSR programs that improve their well-being and enhance the city’s development.
