FEBRUARI 2026
PREMIER OFFICIATES LAUNCH OF MENARA AFFIN IN TRX
KUALA LUMPUR, 7 February 2026 - Premier of Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg today officiated the launch of Menara AFFIN, the new headquarters of AFFIN Bank Berhad, located in Tun Razak Exchange (TRX), Malaysia’s international financial centre.
The Premier said the establishment of the new headquarters reflects how a modern financial institution positions itself to strengthen organisation, execution and service delivery in a rapidly changing global environment.
“Headquarters is not just an address. It is a declaration of intent on how a financial institution chooses to organise itself, upgrade itself and serve people better.
“What we need are step changes, upgraded systems, sharper execution and the readiness to leap ahead when the moment demands it,” he said.
He noted that the global landscape is increasingly shaped by technological disruption, geopolitical shifts, cost pressures, climate realities and intense competition for talent.
In such a high-velocity environment, he said, institutions must move beyond incremental improvements and focus on stronger systems, faster decision-making and higher execution standards.
Abang Johari described Menara AFFIN as more than a physical address, but a central operating platform where standards are set, coordination is strengthened and trust is safeguarded.
The consolidation of the group’s operations from three buildings into one location, he said, enhances coordination across AFFIN’s commercial banking, Islamic banking and investment capabilities.
“With close to 3,000 staff and equipment concentrated here, this is capability in one place. The responsibility is to translate that capability into performance that customers and businesses can genuinely feel every day,” he said.
He added that modern banking institutions must be anchored on three key pillars which is customer efficiency, institutional integrity and economic reach, to ensure financial services remain fast, secure and inclusive.
Touching on the strategic importance of location, Abang Johari said TRX represents a regional financial hub where capital is structured, talent gathers and key decisions are made.
He said Menara AFFIN strengthens institutional presence in such an ecosystem, where connectivity, capability and long-term confidence are critical.
The Premier also noted that the building carries green building status and Malaysia Digital (formerly MSC) status, alongside recognised benchmarks such as GBI Gold and LEED Gold certifications, reflecting a commitment to responsible and efficient operations.
Congratulating AFFIN on its recent achievements, Abang Johari cited the affirmation of its A3 international credit rating by Moody’s, its US$300 million debut US dollar bond and its upgrade in the FTSE4Good index from three to four stars before officially declaring Menara AFFIN open.
Also present, Sarawak State Financial Secretary Dato Sri Dr Wan Lizozman Wan Omar, Deputy Sarawak State Secretary (Economic Planning and Development) Dato Sri Dr Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel, Chief Political Secretary to the Premier of Sarawak Dato Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman, Chief Executive Officer Sarawak Sovereign Wealth Future Fund Board Abang Rahmat Yusuf, Chairman Affin Bank Berhad Dato Agil Natt and President and Group Chief Executive Officer Affin Bank Berhad Datuk Wan Razly Abdullah.