PT Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) won the award as Best Indonesian Bank in Hong Kong for Serving the Indonesian Diaspora from the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (KJRI) in Hong Kong. The award was received by BNI Hong Kong General Manager Farid Faraitody.
“This is in line with the spirit wondr is everywhere which is being carried by wonder by BNI throughout this year. “Through this international campaign, wondr by BNI has succeeded in providing banking solutions, empowerment and financial literacy in various big cities in the world such as Amsterdam, Seoul, Tokyo, Osaka, Washington DC, Singapore and Hong Kong as the final city,” said BNI Hong Kong General Manager Farid. Faraitody through a written statement, Monday (11/11).
Through the wonder by BNI platform, the Company is considered to have provided services that are not only easy to access, but are also designed to support the specific financial, educational and entrepreneurial needs of Indonesian communities abroad.
On the same occasion, the Indonesian Consul General in Hong Kong, Yul Edison, said that the award was given because BNI was considered consistent in supporting the Indonesian people in realizing their financial dreams wherever they were.
“It is hoped that the presence of wondr by BNI will support the Indonesian diaspora in Hong Kong to achieve their financial dreams and aspirations so that they continue to contribute positively to the national economy,” said Yul Edison.
Currently the number of Indonesian Migrant Workers (PMI) in Hong Kong continues to increase. As of May 2024, there are more than 172,000 PMIs recorded in Hong Kong, and 51% of them are BNI customers. BNI mobile banking transactions by PMI have also increased from 1.15 million transactions in 2022 to 2 million transactions by the end of 2023.
BNI’s step in introducing wondr by BNI at the Indonesia Week Hong Kong event, not only shows BUMN’s commitment to be closer to the Indonesian diaspora but also as a realization of its commitment to bring Indonesian banking more global with enthusiasm. go global. (Ant/Z-11)
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**Interview with Farid Faraitody, General Manager of BNI Hong Kong**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Farid. Congratulations to BNI on receiving the award for Best Indonesian Bank in Hong Kong! Can you share what this recognition means for BNI and for the Indonesian diaspora in Hong Kong?
**Farid Faraitody:** Thank you for having me! This award is incredibly meaningful to us. It validates our efforts to support the Indonesian community in Hong Kong by providing tailored banking solutions. Serving the diaspora is not just a business goal for us; it’s part of our commitment to empowering our fellow Indonesians abroad.
**Editor:** You mentioned the campaign “wondr is everywhere.” Can you elaborate on what this campaign entails and its impact on your services?
**Farid Faraitody:** Absolutely. The “wondr is everywhere” campaign reflects our mission to bring innovative banking solutions to diverse markets globally. Through this initiative, we’ve launched financial literacy programs and services aimed at empowering our customers in major cities around the world. In places like Hong Kong, we strive to ensure that the Indonesian community has access to the resources they need to thrive financially.
**Editor:** It’s impressive that BNI is reaching out to so many cities. How has your team adapted to serve the unique needs of the Indonesian diaspora in such diverse locations?
**Farid Faraitody:** Each city has its unique challenges and opportunities. We conduct thorough market research to understand the specific needs of our customers, and we work closely with local communities to tailor our offerings. For example, in Hong Kong, we focus on providing solutions that address the financial aspirations of Indonesian expatriates, whether they are looking to save, invest, or send money home.
**Editor:** Looking ahead, what are BNI’s plans to further enhance its services for the Indonesian diaspora?
**Farid Faraitody:** We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation. In the coming years, we plan to expand our digital banking services, making it easier for our customers to manage their finances remotely. We also aim to launch more financial education workshops to empower our customers even further. Our goal is to ensure that every Indonesian abroad feels supported and valued.
**Editor:** Thank you, Farid, for sharing your insights with us today. We look forward to seeing how BNI continues to serve its customers and the Indonesian community around the world.
**Farid Faraitody:** Thank you for having me! It’s been a pleasure sharing our journey and vision.