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Bastion Commonwealth Investment Bank and Global Partners Form 50:50 Joint Venture
Joint venture strengthens sovereign finance, structured investment products, and institutional banking across Asia and Europe.London, United Kingdom - August 22, 2025 - Bastion Commonwealth Investment Bank (BCIB), Singpoli Investment Bank, and Europe-Asia Investment Bank have jointly announced the formation of a strategic 50:50 joint venture. The collaboration is designed to expand sovereign finance solutions, structured investment products, and institutional banking services across Asia and Europe.
The joint venture features a dual-track structure to accommodate both non-incorporated and incorporated formats. Should the venture be incorporated, equity will be divided equally between BCIB (50%) and collectively Singpoli, and Europe-Asia Investment Bank (50%). Internal allocation within the latter group will be determined by mutual agreement.
All partners will retain equal governance rights. For each transaction, a Lead Bank will be appointed on a per-deal basis, responsible for issuance of instruments under its regulatory license. This model ensures regulatory compliance and balanced participation from all institutions.
"This partnership reflects a balanced approach to cross-border finance. By pooling sovereign-grade expertise, we are positioned to drive economic cooperation between Asia and Europe," said C.K. Low, Founder & Group Managing Director of Bastion Commonwealth Investment Bank (BCIB).
"Through this joint venture, we bring together complementary strengths, building a platform for sovereign financing and structured investment innovation," said Rais Khan, Group CEO representing Singpoli, and Europe-Asia Investment Bank.
The joint venture will also align with the Commonwealth Reserve framework, supporting sovereign mandates, digital infrastructure, and institutional innovation at scale.
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About Bastion Commonwealth Investment Bank (BCIB)
Bastion Commonwealth Investment Bank (BCIB) is a licensed international investment bank delivering services in corporate finance, trade finance, asset management, and sovereign financing solutions. BCIB operates as the official investment arm of the Bank of Commonwealth with a mandate to support cross-border economic development.
About Singpoli Investment Bank, and Europe-Asia Investment Bank
Singpoli Investment Bank, and Europe-Asia Investment Bank represent leading regional institutions with expertise in capital markets, structured finance, and investment banking. Their combined presence extends across Asia, Europe, and North America, delivering integrated solutions to governments, corporates, and financial institutions.
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