About PAG

PAG Global Ecosystem

The PAG ecosystem consists of specialised entities performing defined roles within a structured governance architecture:

• Pacific Alliance Group Sdn Bhd (PAG) – Strategic Governance Authority

• Pacific Alliance International Consulting Sdn Bhd (PAiC) – Client Intake & Screening

• Zarif Menon & Associates Limited (ZMA) – Fiduciary Due Diligence Authority

• Pacific Alliance Capital Ltd (PAC) – Global Structuring Platform

• Pacific Alliance Fiduciary Pty Ltd (PAF) – Fiduciary Structuring Platform

• PT Pasifik Aliansi Global (PTPAG) – ASEAN Gateway

• Arza Management Services – Professional Certification Platform

• South Asian Development Banq Ltd (SADB) – Development Finance Platform

Each jurisdiction is selected based on regulatory strength, institutional credibility, and global market integration, ensuring that PAG operates within trusted financial environments.

Our Team

Dr Zarif Menon

Leslie Charles Albuquerque

(Founder / President & Group CEO)

(MD / CEO / Global Operations - Channel & Network)

Dr. Zarif Menon is the Founder and Group CEO of Pacific Alliance Group (PAG), a global capital governance ecosystem. He is the architect behind PAG’s proprietary frameworks, including SCPE™, APRIM™, and CCGN™, which are designed to institutionalise governance, protect capital, and structure credible financial engagement across international markets.

Leslie Albuquerque, a Canadian graduate with a Bachelor of Commerce Degree, gained substantial financial, audit and compliance experience at Ernst & Young (Kuala Lumpur), before thereafter transitioning to the Real Estate sector. With 20+ years of expertise, he succesfully marketed and transacted high-end properties in various categories, primarily Industrial & Commercial properties, making a significant impact in the industry. Together with PAG Group, he is now able to offer financial solutions to corporate entities locally and internationally on how to raise capital. The financial services available range from traditional and conservative models to (what makes us very unique because of) our network to provide Speciality and Alternative models on financial matters.

Arzawiyah Ab Rahman

Narain Eswardas

(COO / Head of Finance & Administration / Global Operations)

(CIO / Global Operations)

Arzawiyah Ab Rahman holds a Diploma in Business Administration and is a Certified Trust Advisor (CTA) and Fellow of the Malaysian Financial Planning Association (MFPA). With over 25 years of experience in corporate administration, finance, and consulting, she has worked closely with government-linked and institutional stakeholders, including the Ministry of Finance and Prime Minister’s Office.

Narain Eishwardas is an entrepreneurial consultant with over 20 years of experience, specializing in strategic marketing within the financial and wealth management sectors. He provides corporate capital-raising solutions and delivers comprehensive wealth and estate management services, focused on preserving personal legacies for future generations.

Advisory, Governance & Non-Executive Role

All individuals listed under the Board of Advisors, Governance & Compliance (ZMA), Board of Trustees, and Global Associates serve in non-executive, advisory, fiduciary, or consultative capacities only, unless expressly stated otherwise under the Management section.

Such individuals do not participate in the day-to-day management, operational decision-making, or execution of transactions of Pacific Alliance Group (PAG) or any of its affiliated entities, and shall not be deemed officers, agents, or representatives of the Group for any purpose beyond the scope of their formally agreed roles.

All advisory input, guidance, or strategic support provided by these individuals is strictly confidential, non-public, and governed by separate written agreements, including but not limited to engagement letters, advisory mandates, or fiduciary instruments.

Accordingly, PAG expressly disclaims any liability, responsibility, or attribution to such individuals for any acts, omissions, representations, or commitments made by PAG, its management, or third parties.

Acknowledgement & Advisory

DISCLAIMER

The Management of Pacific Alliance Group (PAG) extends its sincere appreciation to the members of the Board of Advisors for their valued guidance and insights.

We are honoured by the privilege of our association and the opportunity to benefit from their collective wisdom, whether shared directly or indirectly, and whether communicated orally, in writing, or through publicly available knowledge.

All such contributions are received in an advisory capacity only and do not constitute operational involvement, decision-making authority, or fiduciary responsibility within the PAG ecosystem.

Independence & Operational

The Board of Governance & Compliance operates as an independent oversight and advisory body within the Pacific Alliance Group (PAG) ecosystem, established to uphold principles of governance, compliance integrity, and institutional accountability.

1. Independent Engagement Scope - Members of the Board may act collectively or individually in the execution of governance and compliance-related assignments. Such assignments may include, but are not limited to:

• Due diligence reviews

• Counterparty verification and authentication

• Document validation and forensic assessment

• Regulatory and compliance alignment reviews

• Risk identification and governance advisory

The scope of engagement may vary depending on the nature, jurisdiction, and complexity of each assignment.

2. Assignment Discretion & Third-Party Engagement - Pacific Alliance Group (PAG) reserves the sole and absolute right to:

• Assign, appoint, or engage qualified independent third-party professionals, firms, or institutions

• Determine the composition of assigned personnel

• Structure the engagement based on project-specific requirements

Such assignments are made strictly in accordance with competency, jurisdictional suitability, and governance requirements.

3. Non-Employment & Independent Capacity - All members and participants operating under the Board of Governance & Compliance:

• Act strictly in an independent professional capacity

• Are not employees, partners, or agents of PAG or its associated entities

• Do not possess authority to legally bind PAG unless expressly authorised under formal written agreement

4. Governance Integrity & Non-Conflict Principle - The Board is structured to function as an independent check and balance mechanism, ensuring:

• Separation between commercial facilitation and governance oversight

• Elimination of conflict of interest

• Objective, unbiased, and professional assessment

5. Advisory Nature & Limitation of Responsibility - All outputs, findings, and assessments produced under this Board:

• Are provided strictly for governance, compliance, and risk assessment purposes

• Do not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice

• Are based on information made available at the time of review

6. Reliance & Accountability Framework - While all reasonable professional care is exercised:

• Responsibility for final decisions remains with the engaging party or client

• PAG and its associated entities shall not be held liable for outcomes arising from third-party actions, representations, or undisclosed information

“The Board of Governance & Compliance exists to preserve integrity, enforce discipline, and ensure that all engagements within the PAG ecosystem are governed by transparency, accountability, and institutional standards.”

Awards

Successful People in Malaysia Volume 5 - 2023

Recognition of Excellence in Business and Leadership 2024 (Malaysia) - Received from Tun Dr. Mahathir (Former 4th & 7th PM of Malaysia)

BRICS ASEAN Global Excellence Award 2023-2024 (Malaysia) - Received from Tengku Razaliegh Hamzah (Former Finance Minister of Malaysia)

World Muslim Business Excellence Award, The House of Lords, Palace of Westminster, London United Kingdom - November, 2024

ASEAN Emerging Development Bank Award, 2025 ASEAN Banking and Finance Summit - Kuala Lumpur. February, 2025

TOP 30 ASEAN EXCELLENCE AWARD, Visionary Leader category, at ASEAN Excellence Awards 2025, Colombo, Sri Lanka

EURO ASEAN LEADERSHIP AWARD (Special Recognition) at the EURO ASEAN Leadership Summit & Awards 2025, Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia