In response to localised disruptions affecting several international fibre optic cable lines passing through the Thailand border area, Metfone has swiftly implemented necessary technical measures to ensure the uninterrupted operation of its nationwide telecommunications network. Although partially impacted by the cable issue, Metfone affirms that all telecommunications services remain stable, thanks to a robust backup infrastructure that has been strategically invested beforehand. Specifically, Metfone has activated alternative transmission routes via the Vietnam and Laos borders, with a total backup capacity of up to 1.1 Tbps, including bandwidth reserved to support emergency needs of other operators. As a result, all services…
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On Thursday, June 12, Metfone and the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport celebrated the renewal of their partnership with a formal ceremony marking the handover of the School Information System (SIS) and the signing of a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) extension (2025–2030). This marks the beginning of a new phase in Cambodia’s digital education transformation, with a focus on modernising education and improving access to advanced technology. The event, held at the Institute of Technology Cambodia (ITC), was presided over by H.E. Om Romny, Secretary of State at the education minisitry and H.E. Sok Puthyvuth, Secretary of State…
On 30 May 2025, ABA Bank welcomed the Team Canada Trade Mission for an official institutional visit as part of its broader mission to the Kingdom of Cambodia. The visit was intended to brief the delegation with a comprehensive understanding of ABA’s footprint and its success in shaping the country’s financial sector. Led by Sara Wilshaw, Canada’s Chief Trade Commissioner and Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, International Trade, the delegation met with Askhat Azhikhanov, President and Chief Executive Officer at ABA Bank, alongside high representatives from ABA and National Bank of Canada, at the ABA Bank Head Office. During the meeting,…
New Dubai-Bangkok–Siem Reap service expands Emirates’ footprint in Cambodia to 10 weekly flights Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, celebrated yet another milestone in Cambodia as its first flight officially touched down in Siem Reap on Tuesday. The inaugural flight was met with a traditional water salute and a warm welcome by senior Cambodian dignitaries and government officials at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI). The Boeing 777-300ER landed in Siem Reap to considerable fanfare. The welcome delegation included His Excellency Dr. MAO Havanall, Minister in Charge of the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation, along with other high-ranking Cambodian officials,…
LOLC (Cambodia) Plc is proud to stand alongside the Cambodian people in supporting a truly meaningful humanitarian initiative — the 2025 “10,000 Riel, 10,000 People” campaign led by the Kantha Bopha Foundation, under the high patronage of Lok Chumteav Dr. Pich Chanmony Hun Manet, the Foundation’s Honorary President. First Lady and Honorary Chair of the Kantha Bopha Foundation, Pich Chanmony officially launched the campaign on 01 June 2025. “This is a powerful reminder to the staff of the hospitals that their work is seen and appreciated,” she said. “It reflects the people’s recognition of the immense value of saving children’s…
Since 2010, Metfone has been the official and longest-standing sponsor of the Cambodian Premier League. With a fixed annual sponsorship of $500,000, Metfone’s total investment in Cambodian football has reached $8 million after 16 continuous years of support. This is not just financial assistance, but a long-term commitment from a business to the sustainable development of national sports. On May 26, the Cambodian Premier League officially concluded the 2024–2025 season with an awards ceremony honouring individuals and teams with outstanding achievements. This was a season of comprehensive success, with numerous improvements in professional quality, a sharp increase in audiences both…
Metfone, one of Cambodia’s leading telecommunications companies, officially announced the launch of Metfone Stars Season 2, during a May 22 press conference held at its headquarters. The event was attended by Metfone representatives, artists, KOLs, social content creators and media representatives. This exciting announcement marks an excellent opportunity for content creators — including newcomers, professionals and other talented individuals —who are passionate about TikTok or aspiring to become TikTokers. It’s a chance to showcase their creativity, gain public support and rise to fame through Cambodia’s first national digital talent competition: Metfone Stars. Mr. Le Duc Anh, Chief Marketing Representative of…
To support Cambodian students in receiving higher education, ABA Bank is proud to contribute another $20,000 to the Cambodian Children Fund (CCF)’s University Scholarship Program 2025. This educational funding aims to support CCF students in completing their tertiary education and enhancing their career readiness. The parties signed the cooperation agreement on 12 May 2025 under the esteemed presence of CCF’s Founder and Executive Director, Scott Neeson, ABA’s Executive Vice-President, Chief Marketing and CSR Officer, Igor Zimarev, and representatives from both entities. Under this partnership, ABA Bank’s monetary support of $20,000 allows CCF to provide comprehensive assistance for school fees, study…
The Cardamom Mountains of Cambodia have historically been home to some of the most pristine, contiguous tropical rainforests in mainland Asia. Cambodia has seen dramatic changes in the last fifty years, with genocide, heavy fighting and a long period of civil war. Many forest-dependent families were deprived of their land and their working tools were confiscated. This lets them survive only on forest slash-and-burn cultivation and trapping and selling wildlife. International criminal networks flourished, selling the wildlife on China’s black markets. Between 2000 and 2002, 28 tigers were killed and 37 elephants slaughtered. The forest was burning everywhere. Poverty was…
For the longest time, traditional finance (often referred to as TradeFi) has been named as the backbone of the global economy. This system is built on central banks, financial institutions, intermediaries and regulations. In short, this is the system by which money moves, grows and is stored. However, in the last few years, a new contender has gotten into the market: cryptocurrencies and the entire decentralised finance (DeFi). The biggest issue that cryptocurrency faces is that governments have been setting up bans, and since DeFi and crypto are yet to be regulatable. For instance, crypto trading and mining have been…