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From Humble Beginnings: The Birth of United Chinese Bank

UOB traces its origins to 1935, when Sarawak-based entrepreneur Datuk Wee Kheng Chiang ... Read more

UOB traces its origins to 1935, when Sarawak-based entrepreneur Datuk Wee Kheng Chiang ... Read more

A New Identity: Poised for Growth

In 1965, United Chinese Bank (UCB) underwent a significant transformation ... Read more

In 1965, United Chinese Bank (UCB) underwent a significant transformation ... Read more

Dr Wee's Quote

"As bankers, we are custodians of public funds... So to me, integrity is most important. It cannot be compromised." ... Read more

"As bankers, we are custodians of public funds... So to me, integrity is most important. It cannot be compromised." ... Read more

Dr Wee's Legacy of Integrity and Vision

UOB's journey from humble beginnings to a regional leader in banking reflects Dr Wee's belief in perseverance and teamwork ... Read more

UOB's journey from humble beginnings to a regional leader in banking reflects Dr Wee's belief in perseverance and teamwork ... Read more

Lessons from the Dining Table

In the bustling Singapore of the 1950s and 60s, a young Dr Wee Cho Yaw found himself at a crossroad of tradition and ambition ... Read more

In the bustling Singapore of the 1950s and 60s, a young Dr Wee Cho Yaw found himself at a crossroad of tradition and ambition ... Read more