The SME Bank - or Bank Perusahaan Kecil & Sederhana Malaysia Berhad - started its new function on October 3, 2005 as a development financial institution to nurture and meet the unique needs of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). As a one-stop financial centre responding to the funding and business growth needs of Malaysian SMEs, the Bank complements existing products and services offered by commercial banks through a comprehensive and integrated financial and business advisory services. Its primary role is to contribute towards the growth of a more robust entrepreneurial community in Malaysia. The Bank operates through its head office in Kuala Lumpur and 19 branches nationwide