London and New York branches shining bright

Bank of China Ltd has established overseas branches in New York and London, which sets a good model for other Chinese lenders that are seeking to expand into the developed markets and build up a strong reputation among its local clientele.

The bank set up a London office in November 1929, the first foreign branch to be operated by a Chinese bank.

Later BOC expanded across the United Kingdom by establishing offices in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Chinatown of London.