HSBC Global Private Banking (GPB) commemorates the launch of onshore private banking business in Thailand with a gala dinner themed “A Timeless Legacy”, set against the majestic Chao Praya River, where one can trace Thailand’s history in line with the legacy of HSBC in Thailand for the past 130 years. Over 200 guests were present to grace the occasion, hosted by HSBC’s senior executives.
“We’re partnering with our clients in Thailand to connect them to new investment opportunities within ASEAN and across our wealth hubs around the world. We uniquely combine deep local understanding, specialist investment expertise and unparalleled global presence to bring the best of all of HSBC to their families and businesses,” said Annabel Spring, Chief Executive Officer, Global Private Banking and Wealth, HSBC.
“One year into establishing our onshore presence in Thailand, we are seeing greater demand, and even a sense of urgency, for wealth planning, investment diversification and international banking from wealthy Asian families as their needs become more sophisticated and global in nature amid challenges posted by unprecedented market volatility,” said Siew Meng Tan, Regional Head of Global Private Banking, Asia Pacific, HSBC.
“As the first commercial bank in Thailand, HSBC has been proudly supporting the Thai economy and its people for the past 130 years and has always been at the heart of financial innovation. With the launch of our private banking business and the recent introduction of our HSBC Asset Management capabilities, we are now also bringing something new to the Thai wealth market,” said Giorgio Gamba, Chief Executive Officer, HSBC Thailand.
“I am honoured to be leading HSBC Thailand’s new and exciting journey in bringing HSBC Global Private Banking’s capabilities to the Thai market. The Thailand team looks forward to supporting our customers in connecting them to a world of opportunities,” said Saranya Arunsilp, Country Head of Global Private Banking, HSBC Thailand.
Besides the sumptuous dinner prepared by award-winning chef and TV Personality, Chef ‘Pam’ Pichaya Utharntharm and her team, guests were also treated to an illuminating projection mapping dance performance; youthful and energetic hits from Fivera; and a mini concert by “Godfather of Disco”, Burin Boonwisut. The gala dinner ended on a high note with a grand display of fireworks overlooking the historic and majestic Chao Phraya River.
