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 About Us / Who We Are

uab bank is a leading bank in Myanmar. Recognised for its successful transformation and leadership in the Myanmar banking sector amidst the regulatory changes and governance requirements, uab bank was named ‘Myanmar’s Best Bank’ by Euromoney for 3 consecutive years from 2019 to 2022. It was also named ‘Best Retail Bank Myanmar 2022’ by Retail Banker International and ‘Best Bank 2023’ by Global Finance.
Apart from the international recognition, uab bank received 1st place ranking at the 2020 Pwint Thit Sa Report published by Myanmar Center for Responsible Business together with ‘Best Companies to Work in Myanmar – Employees Choice’ by Jobnet.
Established in 2010, we are now serving our customers from a growing network of over 85 branches in 55 townships across Myanmar. uab provides a wide range of financial services including consumer banking, premier banking, SME banking, corporate banking, trade finance and treasury services. Through our subsidiary uab securities, we also provide brokerage services, corporate and financial advisory, investment banking and capital market activities.
At uab bank, we believe in leading the way towards a better Myanmar, humanising banking, connecting people, creating opportunities and changing lives. In December 2017, uab launched “Be The Change Myanmar” initiative that represents our commitment to driving change for a better Myanmar, specifically focusing on empowering women and children. We believe uab bank must operate responsibly and be committed to the community we are in and in 2020, uab Foundation was established.

Our Purpose

To lead the way towards a better Myanmar, humanising banking, connecting people, creating opportunities and changing lives.

Our Mission

  • We lead changes in financial services. We are an institution of strength built on sound principles and good governance.
  • We deliver banking with a heart; we care for our people and communities we are in.
  • We connect people and build relationships to foster a stronger community spirit.
  • We create opportunities and a better future for our staffs and our customers.
  • We are the change that will empower the communities around us, and together enrich the lives of those we touch.

Our Values

A desire to connect

We believe in the power of building strong and meaningful relationships, connecting with fellow uabians, our customers and the community we are in. We strive for success that is inclusive through teamwork and collaboration, valuing each other’s contribution and opinions.

A passion to create

We value creativity that constantly seeks practical ways to bring improvements, solve problems and simplify banking. We look to innovate and redefine banking in Myanmar, generating new ideas and opportunities for the market and our customers.

The courage to lead change

We have the courage to lead change, recognising that change is disruptive yet necessary. We want people who will stand up to their ideas, look forward to the future and challenge the present. We believe in a performance driven culture, yet always having in mind the importance of integrity, stewardship and building a sustainable future for our people and our country.

Above all, our values embody our commitment towards
 #LeadingChange #HumanisingBanking

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