There are historic moments that test the spirit of an entire nation. These are times when hardship does not make people falter, but instead, ignites a fire of solidarity, love and compassion. This article is not just about the difficult days on the northern and northwestern border, but it is also a story of millions of Cambodian hearts beating as one, together overcoming every storm. The Challenge on the Border The northern border region of Cambodia, home to the majestic Dangrek Mountains, has long been an area of significant strategic importance. After a long period of peace,…
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Phillip Bank Plc., Cambodia’s only Singaporean-owned bank, has been awarded the Best Digital Transformation Initiative by the International Finance Awards 2025, marking another milestone in the Bank’s commitment to innovation, integrity and trusted financial solutions. The recognition underscores Phillip Bank’s focus on enhancing customer experience through technology. Its user-friendly Phillip Mobile app has made everyday banking simpler and more secure. The bank also became the first in Cambodia to launch a fully digital bancassurance service, enabling customers to complete underwriting, payment and policy issuance entirely through the mobile app — a first-of-its-kind convenience in the local market. Through Phillip Business,…
With a strong commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and improving livelihoods, LOLC Cambodia has long been a trusted financial partner for thousands of clients across the country. One such customer is Mr. Sok Van, a small business owner from Kampong Speu province’s Dok Por village, in Voa Sar commune, Samraong Tong district. Mr. Sok Van operates a rental service business that provides essential event supplies such as tents, tables, speakers, fans and lighting equipment. Alongside this venture, he also runs a small grocery store at home, serving his local community. To meet growing customer demand and expand his business, Mr. Van…
Metfone, in collaboration with the National Blood Transfusion Center of Cambodia, successfully organised an October 18 voluntary blood donation event titled “One Drop of Blood – Millions of Hearts 2025”. The event attracted the enthusiastic participation of a large number of Metfone staff, partners, customers and local residents, contributing to the Kingdom’s precious blood supply for emergency care and treatment of patients across the country. The event, which ran from 8am to 11.30am at the first-floor lobby of Metfone’s headquarters, aimed to help address an urgent blood shortage in Cambodia and promote a spirit of compassion within the community. From…
For millions of Cambodians, Wing Bank is more than a financial institution — it is a lifelong partner that empowers families, entrepreneurs and communities to thrive. For 17 years, Wing Bank has been a trusted financial partner for millions of Cambodians — empowering families, entrepreneurs and communities through inclusive and digital banking. As 2025 comes to a close, the bank celebrates nearly two decades of progress, marked by nationwide coverage, strategic government partnerships and innovations that promote financial access. With 26 branches and over 12,000 agents covering every district of the Kingdom, Wing Bank’s hybrid model ensures no Cambodian is…
LocStoc Pte Ltd has begun its first operational rollout in Cambodia, introducing a retail-technology ecosystem that connects physical shelves, local retailers and digital commerce under one platform. The company’s aim is simple but ambitious; to modernise how brands and consumers meet, starting with the most fundamental unit of retail: the shelf itself. At the centre of the platform are LocSpots, smart shelves installed inside neighbourhood stores. Each shelf is IoT-enabled and linked to LocStoc’s software network, allowing brands to manage listings, monitor performance and rent (Retailers installing products on their LocSpot shelves) “We chose to start in Cambodia because modern…
By the third quarter of 2025, LOLC Microfinance Institution has reached 4,822 participants through its financial literacy training programmes, continuing its commitment to enhancing financial knowledge across communities As a leading financial institution, having served Cambodian customers for over 31 years, LOLC Cambodia has built a strong reputation for providing financial solutions that meet the diverse needs of Cambodian families, entrepreneurs and individuals seeking additional capital to improve their quality of life. Alongside strengthening service quality, LOLC Cambodia remains deeply committed to social responsibility and contributing to the overall well-being of the community. Each year, LOLC Cambodia consistently organises numerous…
Three families in Oddar Meanchey relieved of debts totalling Nearly $50,000. Wing Bank has officially presented loan write-off certificates totalling nearly $50,000 to the families of three injured soldiers in Oddar Meanchey province who were affected by the Khmer-Thai border conflict. In response to the appeal of Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet and under the guidance of the National Bank of Cambodia, Wing Bank has decided to fully waive debts for soldiers martyred or permanently disabled in direct operations and reduce debts by 75% for those injured. Since late July 2025, the bank has been working closely with local…
The National Institute of Labour (NIL) of the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training (MLVT), in close collaboration with the International Labour Organization -Korea (ILO-Korea) has formally inaugurated a comprehensive four-day training initiative, dedicated to a shared commitment to fostering inclusive, constructive and sustainable mechanisms for workplace dispute resolution, an essential foundation to advancing decent work and nurturing industrial harmonisation in Cambodia. This four-day interactive training took place from September 16 to 19, 2025, at the National Technical Training Institute (NTTI). It brought together 35 representatives from government, employers’ and workers’ organisations. The programme was designed to build sustainable capacity…
Singapore Airlines (SIA) is enhancing its presence in Cambodia’s vibrant aviation market, operating from the newly opened Techo International Airport (KTI), as well as Siem Reap’s Angkor International, and remains steadfast in growing the Kingdom’s aviation industry, in an ecofriendly way which reflects its corporate social responsibility. SIA continues to strengthen its commitment to delivering world-class travel experiences in this growing aviation hub, with its 33 years of service in Cambodia, starting with Silk Air, and coinciding with 60 years of diplomatic relations between Singapore and Cambodia. The airline is currently flying from Cambodia to Singapore five times a day,…