STANCHART SAADIQ NAMED `BEST INTERNATIONAL BANK 2010` BY ISLAMIC BUSINESS & FINANCE

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- Standard Chartered Saadiq Malaysia, the
Islamic banking unit of Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Bhd has won the Islamic
Business & Finance Awards for Best International Bank 2010.

In a statement Wednesday, Stanchart said the award has cemented the position of
its unit as one of the leading Islamic banks in the country.

Standard Chartered Saadiq Malaysia chief executive officer (CEO), Azrulnizam
Abdul Aziz, said the bank has worked hard to capitalise on its market position,
build its brand and improve customer service.

Standard Chartered Saadiq Group CEO, Afaq Khan, said the award was a well-earned
recognition for the bank's commitment to deliver unique and innovative
syariah-compliant solutions for the clients.

"Our focus on meeting client needs is aligned to our commitment to lead the
development of the global Islamic banking industry," he said.

Stanchart Saadiq, set up in November 2008, offers a full suite of
syariah-compliant products and services.

The award, presented in Dubai recently, is designed to highlight, encourage and
reward the exceptional performance and growth of the Islamic business and
finance community.

-- BERNAMA