26 August 2015
Capital Markets Malaysia today announced the appointment of Azhar Zabidi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the dedicated capital markets promotion organisation.

Azhar's appointment will take effect on 1 September 2015. He will lead promotional efforts to advance the international profile of the Malaysian capital markets for investment and fund raising opportunities.

Azhar brings with him nearly 20 years of experience in investment banking, serving various domestic and international financial institutions including RHB Investment Bank, CIMB Investment Bank, HSBC and Bank of America Merrill Lynch. 

The organisation was established by the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) to promote the country's value proposition across various segments of the capital market and to get greater levels of participation to drive future growth.

Capital Markets Malaysia aims to reinforce Malaysia as the preferred choice for both investors and issuers through networking events, discussions, and roundtable events, including at the World Capital Markets Symposium in Kuala Lumpur this 3 to 4 September in Kuala Lumpur.

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About Capital Markets Malaysia
Capital Markets Malaysia was established as part of efforts by the Malaysian Government and the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) to promote the country's value proposition across the multi-faceted Malaysian capital market with its wide range of conventional and Islamic products, both in the domestic and international arena. Capital Markets Malaysia serves as a platform to ensure consistency and coordination between various stakeholders of the capital market in promoting the offerings and expertise of the market and through different communication channels. An integrated international agenda will facilitate the promotion of the Malaysian capital marketplace, bringing together investors and investment opportunities. For more information on Capital Markets Malaysia , please visit www.capitalmarketsmalaysia.com.

For more information on Capital Markets Malaysia, please visit www.capitalmarketsmalaysia.com.

Members of the Media may contact Capital Markets Malaysia at 03- 20910675 (Palani Krishnam) or email: PalaniK@seccom.com.my

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