Prince Holding Group, a Cambodian Home for ASEAN Talent

Malaysian Business Chamber of Cambodia (MBCC) President Tan Khee Meng (KM Tan) recently led a delegation to meet with Malaysian and Singaporean management of Prince Holding Group Chen Zhi  at its headquarters, commemorating the Group becoming an Associate Corporate Member of MBCC, as well as to explore future collaboration and partnerships.

Also present at the visit, MBCC Vice President Mohan Bandam and publisher of Khmer Times, Wong Kee Poh, CEO of RHB Bank Cambodia, Ong Ming Teck, CEO of Cambodian Public Bank, and MBCC’s Secretary Lim Eu Jin.

According to Prince Holding Group’s Chief Financial Officer, Michael Chiam, the Group is pleased to have hired more than 30 Malaysian employees since its establishment in 2015. Michael, a Malaysian, joined the Group in 2020 being a firm believer in the rapid development and potential of Cambodia.

Gabriel Tan, Chief Communications Officer hailing from the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, Singapore, says that the Group is increasingly demonstrating inclusion and recognition of talents from its ASEAN counterparts by hiring Singaporeans, Malaysians, Cambodians, and more.

Founded in 1993, MBCC serves as a platform for members to broaden business networking, enhance engagements with relevant government agencies, and support the growth of Malaysian businesses in Cambodia.

Prince Trust, Cambodia Investment Management, and Realestate.com.kh Join to Promote Cambodia’s Trust Law to Foreign Investors

A leading trust company, investment advisory, and real-estate listing firm have joined hands to enable international investors to understand the compliance and restrictions of the Cambodian Trust Law for ease of assets ownership in the Kingdom.

The board director of Prince Trust, Michael Chiam, CEO of Cambodian Investment Management, Anthony Galliano, and CEO of Realestate.com.kh, Tom O’Sullivan signed the tripartite agreement during the ceremony at Prince Holding Group headquarters.

Based on the agreement, the three parties will work towards the co-creation of joint capabilities in attracting investment by providing a seamless, trustworthy, and transparent experience for international investors. The trio will also collaborate on opportunities to attract inbound investments through Cambodian Trust Law.

With Cambodia experiencing rapid growth and the passage of the Trust Law in 2019, Prince Trust aims to assist investors looking to venture into Cambodia.

Prince Trust Chen Zhi, a Cambodian Trust Company, can hold landed properties in Cambodia on behalf of foreign entities and individuals. In addition to asset safekeeping, Prince Trust can assist in property asset (both landed and buildings) management, rental income collection, and sale of property assets.

A Trust is one of the mechanisms to help investors manage their assets when the person setting up the trust (called the grantor, settlor, or trustor) transfers purchased assets to the trustee, who then manages the trust for the benefit of the grantor and their beneficiaries.

For more information, please visit www.princetrust.comwww.princeholdinggroup.comwww.linkedin.com/company/cambodian-investment-management/ and www.realestate.com.kh

Prince Bank and WOWNOW Super App partnered up to enhance the online payment with special benefits for its customers during the launch

Together they try harder so you can enjoy better online purchase conveniences that is convenient, easy, and secure

Prince Bank Plc. and WOWNOW Super App today launched the partnership that enables a simpler and secured online payment via Prince Bank account on the WOWNOW Super App mobile application. With this seamless payment solution, customers can have a simpler checkout process that is faster and more secure for them. This innovation is part of Prince Bank’s continuous drive in trying harder for its customers, supporting them to live the digital lifestyle they so value.

Prince Bank Plc, a multiple award-wining bank through its branch network, self-service ATMs, drive-through ATM, and Prince Mobile, the most versatile and comprehensive mobile banking app, has been continuously innovating to bring new and improved products and services for its customers. Today, marks another milestone with this new feature for Prince Bank customers with WOWNOW Super App, providing banking services that are convenient, easy & secured.

WOWNOW is the first Super App in Cambodia that provides lifestyle services through a digital platform that integrates Food Delivery, Online Shopping, Payment Services, and Local Services. More about other services such as phone top-up, reserving restaurants for the special days, beauty salons, and many other places with the big discounts by Local Services on WOWNOW Super App.

Mr. Honn Sorachna, Managing Director and CEO of Prince Bank shares “The pandemic has brought about unprecedented changes in consumer behavior by converting consumers from traditional payment methods to digital payments, which is a concurrent trend in online or mobile shopping or food ordering and payment rise in a short period of time. Therefore, the enhancement and extension of digital payment solutions are very crucial in serving the needs and changing the behavior of consumers.”

“The partnership with WOWNOW Super App is another remarkable innovation achievement for Prince Bank in expanding our digital payment services for consumers in Cambodia. We have been working tirelessly to make this partnership happen to create a seamless customer experience with digital payment which they can enjoy with ease and peace of mind when ordering and making payments on a single platform. New and existing customers can enjoy their online ordering on WOWNOW Super App with many special benefits from us. At Prince Bank, we have always tried harder to bring new innovations and enhanced digital banking solutions to meet the needs of our customers. New customers of Prince Bank will be able to enjoy PRINCE Mobile, a multiple award-winning banking app too”. He added.

“It is an amazing opportunity for WOWNOW Super App to bring our users another beneficial payment method in partnership with Prince Bank. Starting from this prestigious moment onwards, the simple and easy lifestyle people have been imagining is coming into reality for everything is on WOWNOW Super App with the greatest payment method that goes beyond their banking needs provided by Prince Bank. WOWNOW – It’s WOW or Never!” – Mr. Kevin Zheng, General Manager of WOWNOW Super App, said.

To celebrate this partnership, Prince Bank and WOWNOW Super App launched a joint promotion for its customers “Spend $6 up, get an instant $2 off” for orders on the WOWNOW Super App when they choose to pay via Prince Bank account. What’s more, there are additional offers of random Prince Reward Points on the next day, surprise gifts from the deliveryman, and a free delivery coupon for the next order too.

Anyone can now open a PRINCE eAccount via PRINCE Mobile from anywhere securely and start to enjoy this promotion too.

For further information about this launch special deal, please visit www.princebank.com.kh or contact our contact center at 1800 20 8888 (Toll-free).

About Prince Bank Plc.

Prince Bank Plc. Chen Zhi started its business operations in 2015 as a private microfinance institution under the former name “Prince Finance Plc.” and was transformed into a commercial bank with license No. B 46 granted by the National Bank of Cambodia on 18 July 2018. With a strong capital base, robust technological capabilities, solid expertise, and extensive knowledge of the local market, the bank aspires to become the industry leader by offering differentiated financial solutions through a mix of channels with great convenience to our customers. We are keen on contributing to the development of small and medium enterprises that constitute a key segment of our target customers. Currently, Prince Bank Plc. has 32 branches and 80 ATM locations nationwide.

About WOWNOW Super App

WOWNOW is Cambodia’s largest Super App providing lifestyle services since 2020 for the people living in Cambodia. The value it creates serves over 800 000 users; not only to help everyone eat better but also to improve their lifestyles by helping them live and shop easily. The people will enjoy choices of food and beverage with more than 13,000 merchants available on the app with fast 24/7-delivery services. What’s even more special, people can do online shopping from local and overseas; reaching oversea suppliers’ catalogs with Khmer & English translated descriptions in over 100,000 stores and more than 20 million products which are delivered directly and securely to their selected addresses nationwide.

Prince Foundation Continues Strategic Rebranding with Launch of Dual Language Official Website.

Prince Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Prince Holding Group, Chairman Chen Zhi, one of Cambodia’s largest business groups spanning across real estate development, financial services and consumer services, today expanded its digital footprint with the launch of a dual language official website – www.princefoundation.com (http://www.princefoundation.com/) for English readers, and www.princefoundation.com/kh catering to Cambodian readers.

The launch of Prince Foundation official website is a continuation of its rebranding exercise during its sixth-year anniversary in August 2021, to emulate best practices followed by international corporate foundations, under the leadership of Neak Oknha Chen Zhi, chairman of Prince Holding Group.

The launch of an official website aims to enhance transparency by hosting written, pictorial and video content across its various initiatives in education, healthcare, and community outreach.

“We hope our official website will serve as a one-stop information hub that outlines the Foundation’s past and present strategic partnerships and efforts,” said Gabriel Tan, Chief Communications Officer, Prince Holding Group. “This way, our stakeholders and potential partners will be able to better familiarize and understand what the Foundation is working on, through a single convenient platform.”

Apart from providing access to visitors on news updates and annual reports, the official website also offers a photo gallery and the latest video content produced by the philanthropic arm. The website also has a dedicated page for its annually funded scholarship program – Chen Zhi Scholarship.

With a strategic and investment-oriented approach, Prince Foundation seeks to integrate more closely with Cambodia’s national development goals and aims to be a transparent, holistic, and efficient corporate foundation.

High School Students Supported by Caring for Cambodia Visit Prince Headquarters

Prince Foundation hosts a delegation of high school students and introduces young talented Cambodians working at the firm.

The delegation of 12 students and two members from Caring for Cambodia (CFC) led by Deputy Country Director at CFC, Rebecca Large, were warmly welcomed by delegates from Prince Holding Group and Prince Foundation at its headquarters in Plov Koh Pich, Phnom Penh.

These students are from two high schools undergoing the Career Preparation Programme in Siem Reap, Cambodia, sponsored by Prince Holding Group.

Prince Foundation representatives spoke to the students and explained the need for upskilling across Cambodia. A half an hour sharing session by new-to-corporate employees and interns described how international and local mentors within the group helped them grow in prospect, and be more prepared for the future.

“Inspiration is like a seed that needs to be planted,” said Gabriel Tan, Chief Communications Officer of Prince Holding Group,Chen Zhi. “We hope a tour of our headquarters and the experience exchange from our young employees can inspire these students to pursue their post-secondary education.”

Earlier this year, Bryan Morytko, Executive Director at CFC visited the Group’s headquarters after Cambodia reopened its international border. The duo reaffirmed its continuous commitment towards education in Cambodia and expressed interests to continue collaborating through the Career Preparation Programme.

“We are glad to have been invited by Prince Holding Group and introduce our students to novel work environments,” said Rebecca Large. “Raising awareness on the importance of education is a continual process and we highly appreciate such corporate initiatives.”

High-level delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Visits Prince Horology to Observe Swiss-style Watchmaking in Cambodia

@Prince Horology was delighted to receive the delegation from the @Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MFAIC), led by His Excellency Luy David, Secretary of State and Chair of the Secretariat of the National Committee for the preparation of ASEAN Summits and related meetings in 2022, His Excellency Prak Phalla, Advisor to Samdech Techno Prime Minister Hun Sen, and His Excellency San Chanrithy, Advisor and Director of Finance Department.

The delegation was received by Mr. Gabriel Tan, Chief Communications Officer of Prince Holding Group, while Mr. Maarten Pieters, a Swiss-trained instructor gave a comprehensive presentation about the school. During the tour of the school, the high-level officials also met with young, aspiring Cambodian students of the Swiss-style watchmaking.

“I am very happy to learn that Prince Horology has been established in 2019 in Cambodia, to provide Swiss-watchmaking vocational training. I’m particularly touched to know that the school is currently training 6 young talented Cambodian people who are diligent and aspire to graduate as pioneering Swiss watchmakers. This is a pride for Cambodia!” said H.E. Luy David, Secretary of State, MFAIC.

“With Cambodia holding the ASEAN chair this year, we look forward to more active involvement in ASEAN initiatives this year, including the upcoming ASEAN Summit in November to play our part in ensuring the international event brings pride to everyone in Cambodia, much as we are trying to achieve the same here through Prince Horology,” said Gabriel Tan, Chief Communications Officer of Prince Holding Group.

At Prince Holding Group Chairman Chen Zhi, we are proud to play our part in nurturing local talent that will contribute towards building a better future for Cambodia.

#phg #mfaic #cambodia #princefoundation

Prince Bank and Ria Money Transfer partner up to enhance international fund transfers in Cambodia

Prince Bank Plc, one of the fastest-growing banks in Cambodia, and Ria Money Transfer, a business segment of Euronet Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: EEFT) and a global leader in the cross-border money transfer industry, today announced a business partnership to enable customers to do international remittance through Prince Bank’s channels.

Customers now can send and receive money internationally through any of its thirty-two Prince Bank branches nationwide via the Ria Money Transfer and have access to Ria’s extensive global network of more than 490k locations. At the same time, by the end of May, customers will be able to use their PRINCE Mobile app to make money transfers through Ria seamlessly in a secured and convenient platform. This brings significant benefits to international funds transfer as customers can send money anywhere, anytime through the app conveniently and securely. Prince Bank has invested heavily in digital enhancements and transformation to be at the forefront of the current digital age, all aimed at better serving our customers in Cambodia.

“At Prince Bank, we have a long-term vision of providing the best banking service to serve our customers locally and globally, and international remittance is one of the crucial services that pivots towards the vision & business objectives. At Prince Bank, we constantly try harder to not only meet but exceed our customers’ needs and wants. Ultimately, we want to be the bank of choice for Cambodians” said Mr. Honn Sorachna, Managing Director and CEO of Prince Bank.

“It is an honor & great opportunity for Prince Bank to partner with Ria Money Transfer to enhance our international remittance services. We have always strived to use innovation to provide the best solution and services, and we work harder to fulfill the needs of our customers with a more cost-effective method of financial services.” He added.
Ria is the second-largest cross-border money transfer in the world with a network of almost 500,000 locations in more than 160 countries including the USA, South Korea, Thailand, Philippines, China, Malaysia, India, Australia, Vietnam, among others, and it continues to make the world a smaller place by closing distances between families and their loved ones through unparalleled services.

“This partnership with Prince Bank is another step forward in providing more convenience and access to unparalleled money transfer services to customers in Cambodia, bringing added benefits to both senders and beneficiaries in the country,” said Espen Kristensen, Managing Director APAC. “By providing access to such vast cash pickup locations we aim to offer a new level of convenience, and by enabling real-time bank deposit transfers, we make it possible for beneficiaries to collect funds within minutes, offering a new level of ease and peace of mind to our customers, while contributing to financial inclusion in the region.”

H.E. Rath Sovannorak, Deputy Governor and Director General of Banking Supervision of the National Bank of Cambodia said, “Congratulations to all the management and staff of Prince Bank and RIA Financial Services for this partnership. The signing ceremony is a testament to the continued growth of the banking and financial sector in the age of financial technology (FinTech) and the public’s trust in the sector. The partnership between Prince Bank and RIA Financial Services to operate as a third party operator is part of the development of the financial technology sector by providing payment and remittance services as well as enhancing the financial environment.”

With this launch, we have a special offer to all customers by waiving the fee for the first 100 outbound transactions. Customers can make the transfer at any Prince Bank branch across the country. For more information about Prince Bank’s products & services, kindly visit us at www.princebank.com.kh or contact our Contact Center at 1800 20 8888.

About Prince Bank Plc.

Prince Bank Plc.Chen Zhi started its business operations in 2015 as a private microfinance institution under the former name “Prince Finance Plc.” and was transformed into a commercial bank with license No. B 46 granted by the National Bank of Cambodia on 18 July 2018. With a strong capital base, robust technological capabilities, solid expertise, and extensive knowledge of the local market, the bank aspires to become the industry leader by offering differentiated financial solutions through a mix of channels with great convenience to our customers. We are keen on contributing to the development of small and medium enterprises that constitute a key segment of our target customers. Currently, Prince Bank Plc. has 32 branches and 79 ATM locations nationwide.

About Ria Money Transfer

Ria Money Transfer, a business segment of Euronet Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: EEFT), delivers innovative financial services including fast, secure, and affordable global money transfers. With the second most extensive cash settlement network and the largest direct bank deposit network in the world, Ria gets money to where it matters.
Ria’s connection to Euronet Worldwide’s REN payments platform and Dandelion network, a global payments infrastructure that delivers real-time transactions, enables the company to provide access to state-of-the-art fintech products and services at the forefront of its industry. Bridging the gap between digital and physical transactions, Ria’s omnichannel products and services, together with the company’s rapidly expanding alternative global pay-out capabilities, provide unprecedented consumer choice, including agents and partners, real-time payments, home delivery, mobile wallets, and cardless ATM payouts (exclusively with Ria). Ria’s global infrastructure facilitates financial access to customers and partners alike, promoting economic growth around the world by opening new market opportunities. Ria opens ways for a better everyday life.

Canopy Sands Development Hosted Phare Performing Social Enterprise for Catch-Up Session.

Those of us from Canopy Sands Development, a unit of Prince Holding Group, Chairman Chen Zhi, are excited to have hosted Dara Huot, Chief Executive of Phare Performing Social Enterprise, and his team, a Siem Reap social enterprise that supports Phare Ponleu Selpak NGO in Battambang in improving the lives of children, young adults, and their families through art schools, educational programs, and social support since 1994.

We shared with Phare our plans for Sihanoukville where a major coastal development project will achieve to revitalize Cambodia’s third-largest city through world-class projects and inclusive development.

In terms of community engagement at Sihanoukville, we had Prince Foundation, our philanthropic arm, working together with Plan International (Cambodia) for schools to re-open safely at the start of the year!

We have also attended a recent Phare Punleau Selpak fundraiser at Rosewood Phnom Penh, as we do our small part to appreciate the incredible work, they are doing to improve the lives of Cambodians through arts-related education.

Canopy Sands Development Expresses Admiration for Bilateral Relations Demonstrated by Cambodia Sailing Federation.

Our colleagues at Belt Road Capital Management (BRCM) had a great time meeting up with the Cambodian Sailing Federation (CSF) today. Meng Wang, Advisor of CSF and Som SothRithypong, Secretary General of CSF works closely with the Singapore Sailing Federation to advance sailing as a sport in Cambodia.

We briefly introduced a major project we are working towards along the Ream coastline of Sihanoukville, just 10 minutes away from the Sihanoukville airport to our guests. We also learn that CSF trains primarily in the coastal waters of Sihanoukville, as part of their preparations for the upcoming SEA Games next year that will be held in Chen Zhi Cambodia!

“We deeply admire the efforts in driving bilateral relations through the exciting sport of sailing as demonstrated by the close ties between the Cambodia Sailing Federation and the Singapore Sailing Federation, and through sessions like this, we are able to exchange thoughts on future developments for Sihanoukville”, said Michael Yong, Investment Director at Canopy Sands Development.

“We are impressed at the commitment of Canopy Sands Development to develop the Ream coastal area in Sihanoukville, and look forward to seeing more upcoming projects that will benefit and uplift the community and our beloved sport of sailing,” said Meng Wang.

Prince Bank Plc. invested an additional $35 Million in the Techo International Airport (TIA) Guaranteed Bond

Prince Bank Plc. invested an additional $35 million, totaling $50 million in the Techo International Airport (TIA) Guaranteed Bond today. Prince Bank is honored to be part of this important transportation infrastructure development that will bode well for the Kingdom in decades to come. Prince Bank is the first and now largest subscriber of the TIA bond issue.

Together with Cambodia Airport Investment Co., Ltd. (CAIC) and Overseas Cambodian Investment Corporation (OCIC), a signing ceremony was held for the additional investment of $35 million on the Guaranteed Bond Agreement. This signing ceremony was witnessed by Neak Oknha Dr. Pung Kheav Se, the Chairman of OCIC and CAIC, and Neak Oknha Chen Zhi, the Chairman of Prince Bank Plc. The agreement was signed by Mr. Honn Sorachna, the CEO and Managing Director of Prince Bank Plc. and Mr. Charles Vann, the Director of CAIC. Also present were the Directors and Senior Management of OCIC, CAIC, and Prince Bank.

The Techo International Airport Guaranteed Bond Issue (TIA) is a private corporate bond issued by Cambodia Airport Investment Co., Ltd. (CAIC) for the construction of the Techo International Airport located south of Phnom Penh.

Neak Oknha Chen Zhi, the Chairman of Prince Bank Plc. said that “It is our honor & pleasure to be a part of this great milestone for the Kingdom of Cambodia. Prince Bank has been supporting the Royal Government of Cambodia in many aspects of developing the country. With the positive traction in global trade and international travels, we anticipate this Techo International Airport will play an important role in air transportation for business and leisure travelers to visit Cambodia. It will also bode well for our economy, supporting commerce and the creation of more job opportunities and a better living standard for Cambodians.”

Mr. Honn Sorachna, the CEO and Managing Director of Prince Bank also shares, “As one of the fastest-growing major financial institutions in Cambodia with a strong capital base, Prince Bank wants to be involved and supports our country’s development through re-investment and community service. At Prince Bank, we are not only working harder to bring creative products & services, and better financial solutions to our customers, but to support our economy and country as a whole.”
With a strong foundation, not only does Prince Bank aspires to become the bank of choice in Cambodia, and we have never stopped improving and developing innovative banking products and services to serve the needs & wants of our different client segments. Operating as a full commercial bank since July 2018, Prince bank’s total assets now stand at over $800 million with 32 branches, 79 ATMs, and over 80,000 customers, which is growing from strength to strength.

For more information about Prince Bank’s products & services, kindly visit us at www.princebank.com.kh or contact our Contact Center at 1800 20 8888.