CIMB Group Holdings Berhad (CIMB) today announced a commitment of RM200 million over the next five years (2026 to 2030) to advance customers and society under its ‘Kita Bagi Jadi Komuniti’ platform.
This commitment will primarily focus on three key areas – driving long term economic empowerment, community wellbeing and financial inclusion including equipping the youth, unbanked, and the underserved communities with important life skills such as digital and financial literacy.
The Digital Minister of Malaysia, Gobind Singh Deo was present at the event which also included Novan Amirudin, Group Chief Executive Officer, CIMB Group and Gurdip Singh Sidhu, Chief Executive Officer, CIMB Malaysia and CIMB Bank Berhad, and Mohd Herman Sarbini, Chief Operating Officer of TNG Digital Sdn Bhd (TNG Digital).
Gobind Singh Deo said, “The Ministry of Digital commends CIMB for taking a proactive role in empowering communities through its targeted financing for entrepreneurs, low-income communities and the underbanked.”
“By providing greater access to financing, financial education and capacity building initiatives, the Bank is enabling everyone to participate meaningfully in the economy. These efforts not only promote socioeconomic mobility but also support national productivity and long-term resilience.
“We encourage more industry players to emulate CIMB’s commitment and work collaboratively to ensure all Malaysians are part of the country’s digital transformation,” he said.
Meanwhile, Novan Amirudin said, “Countries with high income inequality tend to experience slower, less sustainable growth. In contrast, a thriving, inclusive society which leaves no one behind, benefits all its members. At CIMB, our purpose to advance customers and society, is simple but powerful.”
“With a commitment of RM200 million in community investment over the next five years, I am proud that we will be able provide support to the underserved and vulnerable communities across ASEAN. In parallel, our 33,000 employees across the region will contribute over 120,000 volunteer hours every year, giving their time and skills to support impact on the ground,” he said.
As part of the ‘Kita Bagi Jadi Komuniti’ platform, CIMB also launched several new, targeted programmes such as the Women Entrepreneur Empowerment Programme which offers tailored financing and networks for women-led businesses.
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