Phnom Penh, Cambodia – May 7, 2025 – CCU Commercial Bank Plc. spearheaded a pivotal meeting with Lion Trust Group and Banjaran Asset Management (Cambodia) Plc., represented by its CEO, Mr. Eric Loo, alongside the Cambodia Trust Regulator (TR). The high-level discussion focused on advancing the non-bank financial sector and strengthening Cambodia’s regulatory framework. Chaired by His Excellency Sok Dara, Director General of the Trust Regulator (TR), the session highlighted a shared commitment to fostering growth, innovation, and trust in Cambodia’s financial ecosystem. The participation of key industry leaders including Lion Trust (Singapore) Limited, underscoring a collaborative push to fortify Cambodia’s trust sector. [Source 1]
The meeting further highlighted the Trust Regulator's (TR) emphasis on expanding trust structures, particularly family trusts, as a cornerstone of asset protection and intergenerational wealth transfer in Cambodia. Family trusts serve as a vital mechanism for high-net-worth individuals and businesses to secure long-term financial stability while ensuring smooth succession planning—a growing priority in the Kingdom’s evolving economic landscape. [Source 2]
In line with this focus, the Trust Regulator's (TR) recent “Family Trust for Succession Planning” seminar on April 29, 2025, organized in partnership with Phillip Trustee (Cambodia) and Phillip Capital (Singapore) at Sokha Hotel, Phnom Penh, provided deep insights into Singapore’s best practices in trust management, offering tailored strategies for Cambodia’s market. [Source 3]
Reflecting this proactive approach, Banjaran AMC’s active participation in these discussions underscores its commitment to shaping a dynamic and inclusive trust sector in Cambodia. By engaging with regulators and industry peers, the firm aims to develop innovative financial solutions that address the needs of local families and investors.
A recent dialogue, a continuation of discussions initiated on 28th November 2024, between His Excellency Ney Sakal, Deputy Director General of the PRA (representing Director General Sok Dara), and the leadership of Lion Trust (Singapore) Limited (Mr. Ashley Ong, CEO, and Ms. Yvonne Lee, Managing Director, Legal Affairs), indicates a significant collaborative effort to advance financial security and wealth management opportunities within Cambodia. Given the Trust Regulator's (TR) active promotion of trust services, the involvement of institutions like Banjaran AMC and Lion Trust Group holds substantial promise for the sector's growth and sophistication. [Source 4]
For more details on family trusts and regulatory updates, visit the Trust Regulator’s official website:
[www.trustregulator.gov.kh]
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