Over 100 NCBA Bank Commercial and SME Banking customers today started their trip to China, for a market exposure trip hosted by the bank, providing them with a unique opportunity to explore one of the world’s most dynamic business hubs.
The trip, a continuation of the market exposure trips organized by the bank since 2016, is part of NCBA’s ongoing commitment to empower its SME and Commercial Enterprises clients by exposing them to global trade connectivity, emerging markets, and diverse industry opportunities.
NCBA business customers on this trip will not only be able to source for trading equipment and goods, but also receive firsthand insights into the latest business trends, technological advancements, and market dynamics that define China’s status as a global trade powerhouse.
Participants will have the chance to engage with industry leaders, visit key business districts, and explore opportunities in sectors such as green energy, manufacturing, technology, logistics, and more in major cities such as Hong Kong, Foshan, Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
The bank will provide, as a value add to the customers, a range of financial solutions to further support its customers’ business growth including exclusive preferential foreign currency rates for USD, business banking loans, and financing options for imported goods.
“NCBA’s commitment is to play a pivotal role in supporting the growth of the Kenyan economy. SMEs and Commercial enterprises play a significant role in the development of Kenya’s economy. Therefore, we have innovated tailor-made financial solutions, experiences and opportunities for our customers, over and above core banking, as a catalyst to scaling their businesses,” said Mr. Tirus Mwithiga, Group Director, Retail Banking, NCBA.
“We are thrilled to offer our customers this invaluable opportunity to explore new business avenues and establish connections in one of the world’s leading trade hubs and we believe that the growth of our customers’ businesses through these global markets exposure will contribute directly to the Bank’s growth and that of the country’s economy,” he added
The 12-day trip will allow participants to engage in various business activities where they will attend the Canton Fair, visit manufacturing industries to forge strategic partnerships, and experiencing China’s diverse culture and tourist attractions.
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