Introduction by Michel Cordina, Head of Commercial Banking, HSBC Malta

Welcome to the HSBC Malta’s “Doing business in” series of in-depth articles, offering specialised insight into emerging markets. With a focus on the experience and advice of prominent business leaders and HSBC corporate clients, these articles examine how key emerging markets are influencing the way we do business around the world.

In this first edition, we take a look at China, starting off with a view on HSBC’s presence and connectivity in this vast market through the words of HSBC China’s Head of International Business Calvin Man.

Insight and advice on opportunities for Maltese companies in China are highlighted by the President and co-founder of the Maltese-Chinese Chamber of Commerce Chev Maurice Mizzi. A review of HSBC’s recent International Exchange event in Guangzhou reveals the value of making new business connections from an HSBC Malta’s client perspective. 

Some revealing statistics that testify China’s strong place in the global economy are included, while a review of the wide range of incentives, discounts and resources recommend HSBC’s RMB proposition as a winning formula for more straightforward and cost effective business in China.

A truly connected bank

Calvin Man, Head of International Business, HSBC China explains how HSBC’s strong presence in China and global connectivity can help you grow your business in this  exciting market.

We have had a continued presence in China since 1865 and our commitment to the market and our clients there remains as strong as ever.

HSBC is the largest foreign bank in China by some distance and we recently opened our 150th outlet in the country. We’re now in 50 cities across 21 provinces and those cities represent nearly 90% of mainland China’s GDP and approximately 25% of its population. So if you’re bringing your business to China, the chances are we have a presence in a city that will be of interest to you.

As a group, we take a global, connected view of our client relationships. For a client with its headquarters in Malta, we can provide a direct, joined up service to any subsidiaries or operations in China, giving that client the confidence that their business is being properly banked and financed on the ground in China.

From credit facilities to trade finance and day-to-day payments we provide a full range of banking services in China, while our ebanking platform can give clients full visibility and control of their operations even from thousands of miles away.

With our presence on the ground in key strategic locations across China, we can provide the banking services and practical support and insight to help your business thrive.