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BCIB Holding, MasaKuno TM, BC Investment Bank, and Commonwealth Group Wish Malaysians Happy Merdeka
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - August 29, 2025 - In anticipation of Malaysia's upcoming Independence Day on August 31, BCIB Holding Co., Ltd., on behalf of the BCIB Group, together with MasaKuno TM, Bastion Commonwealth Investment Bank (BCIB), and the wider Commonwealth financial family, proudly join the nation in commemorating Merdeka Day and celebrating the enduring spirit of freedom, unity, and resilience that defines Malaysia.As the nation reflects on its journey since 31 August 1957, these institutions reaffirm their unwavering commitment to advancing Malaysia's continued progress, sustainable development, and inclusive prosperity.
YM Tunku Tommy Mansur, grandnephew of Malaysia's founding father Tunku Abdul Rahman and Chairman of MasaKuno TM, remarked, "Merdeka is not only a celebration of independence but also a reminder of our shared responsibility to build a stronger, more united Malaysia. At MasaKuno TM, BCIB Holding, and BCIB, we remain dedicated to honouring the past while building the future together."
In a joint statement, the leadership of the Commonwealth financial ecosystem - C.K. Low, Dr. Chutamas Vongvorakit, YC Ma, Daniel Lim, Hemalata Arumugam, YB Dato' Prem Sahgal, YB Tan Sri Kishu Tirathrai, and HSH Michail Roerich-Kolpidis, Duke of Commonwealth, together with all at BCIB Holding, the Bank of Commonwealth, and the Commonwealth Reserve - extended their heartfelt wishes to all Malaysians for a happy, peaceful, and prosperous Merdeka Day.
Daniel Lim
Corporate Affairs Office
Email: daniel.lim[@]bcibholding.com
Phone: ++66-(0)2-624-0500
Website: https://bcibholding.com
BCIB Holding Co., Ltd.
999, Gaysorn Building,
5th Floor, Unit 5B-1,
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Bangkok 10330,
Thailand
About BCIB Holding
BCIB Holding Co., Ltd. is the parent entity of Bastion Commonwealth Investment Bank and its group affiliates. Through strategic leadership, cross-border financial structuring, and sustainable investment platforms, BCIB Holding drives the Group's global vision for inclusive growth and transformative finance.
About MasaKuno TM
MasaKuno TM, rooted in the ethos of "Honouring the Past, Building the Future", champions ESG-focused initiatives, heritage preservation, and sustainable investments, with a vision to deliver long-term socio-economic impact.
About Bastion Commonwealth Investment Bank (BCIB)
Bastion Commonwealth Investment Bank (BCIB) is a strategic financial institution dedicated to advancing inclusive growth, investment partnerships, and sustainable finance across the Commonwealth and beyond.
About the Commonwealth Reserve & Bank of Commonwealth
The Commonwealth Reserve and the Bank of Commonwealth form part of a supranational financial framework designed to mobilize capital, strengthen inclusive finance, and support socio-economic empowerment across Commonwealth nations and beyond.
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