HSBC Singapore has announced two senior appointments aimed at strengthening its China corridor proposition, as it seeks to support Chinese businesses and entrepreneurs expanding into Singapore and across ASEAN.
Singapore continues to serve as a strategic entry point into Southeast Asia and a hub for companies pursuing broader international expansion.
The bank said the appointments reflect its focus on facilitating cross-border banking, trade and wealth needs linked to China-ASEAN flows.
Wong Kee Joo, Chief Executive Officer of HSBC Singapore, said:
“As the region’s leading trade and business hub, Singapore is uniquely positioned to support Chinese companies as they expand into ASEAN. Irene and Ying bring deep expertise in developing the China corridor, strengthening our ability to serve this fast-growing client segment and connect them to new engines of growth across the region.”
Ying Wang has been appointed Head of Distribution, International Wealth and Premier Banking (IWPB), effective 26 February 2026.
She will oversee sales and service channels, including the International Wealth Hub, Direct Sales and Contact Centre, with responsibility for distribution strategy and customer experience.
Ying has more than 20 years’ experience in wealth management, product development and digital channels in Singapore and China. She was most recently Head of Wealth and Premier Solutions at HSBC China.
HSBC Singapore has also appointed Irene Zeng as Managing Director. She will also serve as Head of Business Development, China Corridor, Corporate and Institutional Banking (CIB), effective 1 March 2026.
In this newly created role, she will focus on supporting Chinese corporates and entrepreneurs. She will oversee clients with cross-border requirements across Singapore and ASEAN.
Irene has more than 25 years’ experience in corporate and transaction banking. She most recently served as Head of Global Payments Solutions at HSBC China.
The bank noted continued growth in China–ASEAN trade and investment. ASEAN exports rose 12% year on year in 2025. Bilateral trade reached US$984 billion in 2024.
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