Fortune recently unveiled its 100 Most Powerful Women in Asia 2025, spotlighting female leaders across 14 markets in the region. From the list, four exceptional Malaysian women were honoured for their innovative strategies and leadership talent across the financial and professional services sectors.
Ng Wei Wei, Teh Mun Hui, Joanne Rodrigues, and Nurul A’in Abdul Latif stand among Asia’s most influential women. This quartet is a testament to Malaysia’s growing influence in the corporate world — and a powerful shift toward gender diversity at the top.
Ng Wei Wei — The Trailblazer at UOB Malaysia
Ng Wei Wei made history in 2022 as UOB Malaysia’s first female CEO. Her appointment marked a turning point in local banking leadership. With over 25 years of experience across Malaysia and Hong Kong, she brings a global perspective to her role.
Under her guidance, UOB Malaysia recorded strong growth. The bank’s pretax profit rose nearly 16 percent in 2024. Fortune praised her for steering the bank through digital transformation while maintaining robust results. Ng ranks 95th on this year’s list, a recognition of her leadership and her ability to redefine what’s possible in a male-dominated field.
Teh Mun Hui — Financial Visionary at Capital A
As Group CFO of Capital A, Teh Mun Hui has been instrumental in the company’s turnaround. She played a key role in its PN17 restructuring and strategic bond issuance. Her financial leadership helped Capital A navigate uncertainty while staying ambitious.
Fortune noted her bold, forward-thinking approach to corporate finance. She represents a new breed of financial executives — those who lead with agility, transparency, and purpose. Her inclusion celebrates her strategic mind and her ability to create stability in a time of transformation.
Joanne Rodrigues — Steering Affin Bank’s Financial Evolution
Joanne Rodrigues has built a career defined by precision and foresight. As Group CFO of Affin Bank, she oversees the bank’s financial strategy during a crucial phase of digital investment and renewal.
Her leadership reflects both discipline and innovation. With prior roles at CIMB and AmBank, she brings deep banking experience to the table. Fortune ranks her 97th, recognising her impact in guiding Affin Bank’s transformation and her growing influence in regional finance circles.
Nurul A’in Abdul Latif — A New Era for PwC Malaysia
In 2023, Nurul A’in Abdul Latif became PwC Malaysia’s first female Executive Chair — a milestone for the firm and the industry. With almost three decades at PwC, she has led with clarity, inclusivity, and a commitment to sustainable governance.
Nurul A’in also chairs the 30% Club Malaysia, which champions greater female representation on corporate boards. Her recognition at 99th spot celebrates more than professional success. It honours her role in shaping Malaysia’s leadership landscape — and inspiring a new generation of women in business.
A Defining Moment for Malaysia
Four women. Four stories of excellence. Together, they symbolise Malaysia’s rise as a hub of capable, visionary leaders. Their achievements highlight a broader truth — that leadership is evolving, and women are no longer just breaking barriers; they’re setting new benchmarks.
As Fortune’s list reminds the region, influence is not limited by geography or gender. It is defined by vision, courage, and the will to lead. These Malaysian women embody all three — and their success signals that the nation’s future is in capable, confident hands.
Source: Fortune.
