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DBS BANK OBTAINS APPROVAL TO SET UP SUB-BRANCH IN THE CHINA (SHANGHAI) PILOT FREE TRADE ZONE

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Posted on October 1, 2013

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Establishes presence in the newly-established zone to forge strong Asian connectivity

Neil Ge

Neil Ge

DBS Bank Approved for Shanghai FTZ Sub-Branch

DBS Bank (China) Limited (“DBS China”) announced today that it has received approval from the China Banking Regulatory Commission Shanghai Bureau to set up a sub-branch in the newly established China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ). DBS China is among the first batch of banks, and one of the first two foreign banks, to operate an outlet in the FTZ, the sub-branch will focus on servicing corporate clients in the FTZ at its first stage, complementing and strengthening the bank’s established network in Shanghai.

DBS China’s Presence and Local Operations

Headquartered in Shanghai, DBS China was one of the first foreign banks and the first
Singapore bank to locally incorporate in China in May 2007. DBS China currently operates nine outlets in Shanghai. The new sub-branch in the FTZ will be the bank’s tenth outlet in the city.

Significance of the Shanghai Free Trade Zone

DBS Bank (China) Limited Chief Executive Officer Neil Ge said, “The China (Shanghai) Free
Trade Zone is an important milestone in China’s efforts to build an international financial centre and to reform and reinvigorate its economy for longer term economic viability. As a leading bank in Asia, DBS is committed to leveraging our strong Asian connectivity and insights from Singapore and Hong Kong to fully support the development of the Shanghai Free Trade Zone.”

Connecting Asian Markets Through FTZ

“We will leverage the new outlet to forge strong connections between the FTZ and Asian markets, helping clients to capture new growth opportunities.”

Establishes presence in the newly-established zone to forge strong Asian connectivity

Neil Ge

Neil Ge

DBS Bank (China) Limited (“DBS China”) announced today that it has received approval from the China Banking Regulatory Commission Shanghai Bureau to set up a sub-branch in the newly established China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ). DBS China is among the first batch of banks, and one of the first two foreign banks, to operate an outlet in the FTZ, the sub-branch will focus on servicing corporate clients in the FTZ at its first stage, complementing and strengthening the bank’s established network in Shanghai.

Headquartered in Shanghai, DBS China was one of the first foreign banks and the first
Singapore bank to locally incorporate in China in May 2007. DBS China currently operates nine outlets in Shanghai. The new sub-branch in the FTZ will be the bank’s tenth outlet in the city.

DBS Bank (China) Limited Chief Executive Officer Neil Ge said, “The China (Shanghai) Free
Trade Zone is an important milestone in China’s efforts to build an international financial centre and to reform and reinvigorate its economy for longer term economic viability. As a leading bank in Asia, DBS is committed to leveraging our strong Asian connectivity and insights from Singapore and Hong Kong to fully support the development of the Shanghai Free Trade Zone.”

“We will leverage the new outlet to forge strong connections between the FTZ and Asian markets, helping clients to capture new growth opportunities.”

Key Takeaways

  • DBS China received approval from China Banking Regulatory Commission Shanghai Bureau to establish a sub‑branch in Shanghai FTZ.
  • DBS China is among the first two foreign banks authorized to operate in the newly established FTZ.
  • The new sub‑branch will be DBS China’s tenth outlet in Shanghai and initially serve corporate clients within the FTZ.
  • DBS aims to leverage its Asian network—particularly from Singapore and Hong Kong—to connect FTZ clients to broader markets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did DBS receive approval for the FTZ sub‑branch?
DBS China obtained approval in late 2013 from the China Banking Regulatory Commission Shanghai Bureau to set up an outlet in the Shanghai Free Trade Zone.
How many DBS outlets are now in Shanghai?
With the new sub‑branch in the FTZ, DBS China will operate ten outlets in Shanghai.
What is the focus of the new sub‑branch?
At its initial stage, the FTZ sub‑branch will focus on servicing corporate clients within the free trade zone.
Why is the FTZ sub‑branch strategically important?
It allows DBS to leverage its Asian connectivity to link FTZ clients with markets in Singapore, Hong Kong and beyond, supporting regional trade and financing.

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