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Cambodia-ASEAN Business Summit 2026

Cambodia-ASEAN Business Summit 2026

Banjaran Asset Management (Cambodia) Plc. was honored to participate in the Cambodia-ASEAN Business summit 2026, with CEO, Mr. Eric Loo, and Mr. Mok Chinly, Legal and Compliance Manager, as well as, Legal and Compliance Officer, Mr. Taing Hoy, in attendance. Their presence reflects Banjaran AMC’s continued commitment to supporting Cambodia’s financial ecosystem and engaging with regional leaders to explore opportunities that contribute to the Kingdom’s growing investment landscape within ASEAN, held at Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra on 4th March 2026.

Throughout the summit presided over by The Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, the team had the opportunity to network with high-level government officials, policymakers, and key industry leaders, exchanging insights on regional integration, innovation-driven growth, and ASEAN’s evolving investment landscape.

The summit served as a valuable platform for dialogue and collaboration, further reinforcing Cambodia’s role as a growing country for investment and innovation in the region.

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