Asian banks, buffeted by coronavirus, ramp up continuity plans

Across Asia, the coronavirus is hampering banks’ ability to run roadshows, and even hold meetings, and some business continuity plans are starting to kick in.

Workers pass a thermal scanner as part of the coronavirus outbreak precautions during a media preview at the Singapore Airshow on Saturday

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Singapore is the latest country to feel the heat from the coronavirus.

On Monday, it announced its 45th confirmed case, the largest number of infections outside China.

The Lion City’s financial sector is adapting as best it can. Most banks have told staff to work from home if possible. UOB has postponed roadshows, is restricting business travel and has closed offices in Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong.

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