The Asian Bankers Association (ABA), in association with the Association of Development Financing Institutions in Asia and the Pacific (ADFIAP), successfully conducted the webinar on "Empowering Digital Transformation for Small and Medium-Sized Financial Institutions" on June 9, 2026.
The webinar introduced participants to ABANX, ADFIAP's cloud-based Banking and Networking Exchange platform, which is designed to help small and medium-sized financial institutions enhance operational efficiency, strengthen regulatory compliance, and expand financial inclusion through accessible and cost-effective digital solutions.
The program featured presentations by Ms. John Alianza, who provided an overview of the webinar and the ABANX initiative; Mr. Enrique Florencio, ADFIAP Secretary General, who highlighted the importance of digital readiness and financial inclusion; and Mr. Jeremille Raton, who demonstrated how the ABANX platform can support financial institutions in their digital transformation journey.
The session concluded with an interactive Q&A, allowing participants to exchange views on advancing digital innovation and strengthening support for SMEs across the region. The webinar reaffirmed ABA's and ADFIAP's shared commitment to fostering innovation, digital resilience, and inclusive financial development throughout the Asia-Pacific region.
