The Bank Letter of Comfort is a widely used banking instrument in Malaysian business transactions where formal guarantees may be excessive or inappropriate. This document is typically issued when a company or individual requires a form of assurance from their bank to support business relationships, tender submissions, or commercial transactions. The letter, while governed by Malaysian banking regulations and oversight from Bank Negara Malaysia, carefully balances providing meaningful comfort to recipients while protecting the issuing bank from unintended liability. It includes information about the customer's banking relationship, general financial standing, and specific contextual details relevant to the recipient's requirements, all while maintaining appropriate confidentiality and compliance with Malaysian banking practices.
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1. Bank Details and Letterhead: Official bank letterhead including full name, registration number, and registered address of the issuing bank
2. Date and Reference: Current date and unique reference number for the letter
3. Recipient Details: Full name and address of the party to whom the letter is addressed
4. Subject Line: Clear identification of the customer and purpose of the letter
5. Customer Identification: Full details of the customer including name, registration number, and relationship with the bank
6. Statement of Relationship: Description of the banking relationship and duration
7. Comfort Statement: The specific assurance or comfort being provided, carefully worded to avoid creating a guarantee
8. Liability Limitation: Clear statement limiting the bank's liability and specifying the non-binding nature of the letter
9. Confidentiality Statement: Statement regarding the confidential nature of the letter and its intended use
10. Authorized Signatory: Signature block with name and position of authorized bank officer
1. Financial Status Overview: General statement about the customer's financial standing and history, used when specifically requested and authorized by the customer
2. Project Reference: Details of specific project or transaction for which the letter is being issued, included when the letter relates to a particular business venture
3. Credit Facility Reference: Reference to existing credit facilities, included when relevant to the purpose of the letter and authorized by the customer
4. Parent Company Reference: Reference to parent company relationship, included when the letter involves a subsidiary company
5. Governing Law: Specific mention of governing law, included when the letter will be used in international transactions
1. Customer Authorization: Written authorization from the customer permitting the bank to issue the letter and disclose specific information
2. Transaction Summary: Brief summary of the relevant transaction or project, if applicable
3. Bank Mandate: Internal bank approval or mandate authorizing the issuance of the letter
4. Supporting Documents: List of any additional documents referenced in the letter or relevant to the comfort provided
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