Honoured for Contributions to Cambodia's Securities Sector

Campu Securities Plc. received a Certificate of Appreciation from Cambodia's Securities and Exchange Regulator (SERC) for contributing to the securities sector's development in 2024. Mr. Peou Sovannarith, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Campu Securities Plc., accepted the award during SERC’s annual conference on 25 December 2024, at the Non-Bank Financial Services Authority’s building.

Mr. Peou Sovannarith, CEO of Campu Securities Plc. (left), receives a Certificate of Appreciation from His Excellency (H.E.) Seang Thirith, Deputy Director General of the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (right), during the annual stock market conference at the Non-Bank Financial Services Authority’s building

Certificate of Appreciation presented by SERC in recognition of outstanding contribution to the development of the securities sector

Prestigious ‘Bank of the Year 2024’ Award

Campu Bank was awarded the prestigious ‘Bank of the Year 2024 in Cambodia’ by The Banker, London, for the thirteenth time on 6 November 2024. This accolade recognises Campu Bank’s excellence in management and innovation. Campu Bank’s consistent achievements reinforce its leadership in Cambodia's financial industry. The award underscores Campu Bank’s resilience and long-standing impact on the sector.

A Collection of Prestigious 2024 Awards

Campu Bank earned four prestigious Global Banking & Finance Review awards in 2024. These awards include:

1) The Next 100 Global Awards – Banking Group on 5 November 2024 

2) Best Corporate Governance Bank Cambodia on 13 November 2024

3) Banking Customer Satisfaction & Happiness Cambodia on 13 November 2024

4) Best Bank for Sustainable Development Cambodia on 13 November 2024

These recognitions highlight the Campu Bank's commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction and sustainable practices.

New Chapter for Sham Shui Po Branch

Public Finance Limited (PFL) opened its newly relocated Sham Shui Po Branch at Dragon Centre, Kowloon on 20 January 2025. Located on the 4th floor, the Branch is easily accessible from Sham Shui Po MRT Station and is surrounded by residential and government areas. The relocation improves customer accessibility and service. The grand opening was attended by key figures, including Mr. Lee Huat Oon, Executive Director and Chief Executive, Mr. Samuel Kwan Wai Choi, Zone Manager, and Mr. Terence Chan Lap Yip, Branch Manager.

Mr. Lee Huat Oon (third left), Mr. Samuel Kwan (fourth left), and Mr. Terence Chan (second left) officiated the relocation of the Sham Shui Po Branch

A snapshot of Senior Management with the Sham Shui Po team!

Upgrading with Oracle’s FLEXCUBE Solution

Public Bank Vietnam (PBVN) upgraded its digital capabilities by implementing Oracle’s FLEXCUBE Core Banking Solution on 2 December 2024 at Pan Pacific Hanoi. PBVN became the first Vietnamese bank to integrate Oracle’s 100% infrastructure fully, improving customer service and product offerings.

This partnership will enhance PBVN's operational processes and system performance while providing flexibility for future product and service development. Implementing the FLEXCUBE solution aims to optimise operations, introduce innovative financial products, and elevate customer experiences from account management to payment transactions.

Mr. Chee Keng Eng, Chief Executive Officer of PBVN (third left) and Mr. HS Teji, Vice President for Banking in the Japan & Asia Pacific region at Oracle (third right), during the signing ceremony

Visa Honours PBVN with Prestigious Award

Public Bank Vietnam (PBVN) was recognised for its exceptional performance in the card product category, receiving the Outstanding Payment Volume YoY Growth 2024 Award at the Visa Client Appreciation 2024 event on 5 December 2024. The award highlights the PBVN's impressive year-on-year growth in 2024, underscoring its success in the competitive financial sector.

Mr. Chee Keng Eng, PBVN's Chief Executive Officer (CEO), accepted the award, which recognised PBVN’s exceptional year-on-year growth in card payments, highlighted its success in Vietnam’s competitive financial sector, and solidified its credit card business position.

Mr. Chee Keng Eng, CEO of PBVN (right), received the Outstanding Payment Volume YoY Growth 2024 Award presented by Visa

PBVN Danang Branch Honoured with Certificate of Merit

PBVN Danang Branch has earned recognition for its outstanding contribution to Danang City's banking industry in 2024. The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) awarded the Branch with a Certificate of Merit, one of only nine credit institutions selected from a pool of 60 in the city. This accolade underscores the Branch's excellence in fulfilling its duties and supporting the local banking sector's development.

The Certificate was presented to Ms. Tran Thi Hoai Thu, Branch Manager, on 13 January 2025. This achievement highlights PBVN Danang's relentless dedication and efforts in enhancing its services and making a significant impact on the region's financial landscape.

Kudos to Ms. Tran Thi Hoai Thu!

Public Bank and Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Reignite National Language with the Launch of Hadiah Bahasa Public Bank 2025

Public Bank marked a historic moment with the official launch of the Hadiah Bahasa Public Bank – Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka 2025, a prestigious national language award, on 22 May 2025. In collaboration with Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP), the aim is to inspire professionals to continue producing quality literary works in the national language to foster a reading and reference culture while recognising outstanding national language works for their linguistic and intellectual merit. This initiative also encourages students at all education levels, from primary to tertiary, to produce high-quality work in the national language.

The ceremony was graced by the presence of the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Yang Amat Berhormat Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, whose attendance signified the Government’s strong and unwavering support for initiatives that uplift the national language. Present at the official launch were Yang Berhormat Wong Kah Woh, Deputy Minister of Education Malaysia, Yang Berbahagia Dato’ Teknologis Dr. Haji Aminuddin bin Hassim, Secretary-General of Ministry of Education Malaysia, Yang Berbahagia Sasterawan Negara, Dato’ Dr. Anwar Ridhwan, Chairman of the Board of Governors, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, and Yang Berbahagia Tan Sri Dato’ Sri (Dr) Tay Ah Lek, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director of Public Bank.

After a 27-year hiatus, Public Bank enters a new chapter through its collaboration with DBP, an institution entrusted with developing and enriching the national language. This revival reflected Public Bank’s deep-rooted commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility in language and literature. It also underscored the Bank’s belief that actual national progress lies in economic gains and our contributions toward cultivating a knowledgeable, cultured, and forward-thinking society.

From left: Zulfa bin Hamzah, Deputy Director General of Operations DBP, Dato’ Sulaiman Abdul Manap Deputy CEO of Public Bank, Dato’ Ts Dr. Hj Aminuddin b Hassim, Secretary General Ministry of Education Malaysia, YB Wong Kah Woh Deputy Minister of Ministry of Education, YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tan Sri Dato’ Sri (Dr) Tay Ah Lek, CEO & Managing Director of Public Bank, Y.Bhg SN Dato’ Dr. Anwar Ridhwan, Chairman Governing Board of DBP, Ms. Chang Siew Yen Deputy CEO of Public Bank, and YB Senator Prof. Emeritus Datuk Seri Awang Sariyan

Hadiah Bahasa 2025 marked a continued commitment to language and literary excellence

YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, and Tan Sri Dato’ Sri (Dr) Tay Ah Lek, CEO & Managing Director of Public Bank

Paint the Town Green with EV Financing

Public Bank and Stellantis Malaysia have joined forces to champion sustainable mobility through the ‘Paint the Town Green with Electric Vehicle (EV) Financing’ event on 18 April 2025. This campaign encourages more Malaysians to switch to EVs as Public Bank offers a range of compelling benefits, including Preferential Interest Rates as low as 0.38% p.a. for financing the new Leapmotor C10 EV. As Malaysia continues to embrace electrification, this initiative is poised to accelerate the shift towards environmentally friendly transportation solutions.

Public Bank and Stellantis Malaysia support the growth of the adoption of EV

The new strategic collaboration was officially launched with a flag-off ceremony

PIBB and UMPSA Launched iTEKAD 4.0

Public Islamic Bank Berhad (PIBB) has taken another meaningful step in advancing social finance efforts under Bank Negara Malaysia’s iTEKAD umbrella with the launch of its fourth initiative, iTEKAD 4.0: Program Kelestarian Ekonomi Asnaf Zakat Melalui Penternakan Itik Penelur (KELIP). This initiative is made possible through a strategic partnership with Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA), marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) on 13 May 2025, which took place at UMPSA’s Pekan campus and was officiated by PIBB’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), En. Syamsul Azuan Ahmad Fauzi, and UMPSA Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr. Yatimah Alias. This latest iTEKAD initiative aims to uplift the asnaf community.

En. Syamsul Azuan Ahmad Fauzi, PIBB CEO, and Professor Dr. Yatimah Alias, UMPSA Vice Chancellor, signing the MoA of iTEKAD 4.0

Public Mutual Triumphs Again!

Public Mutual has again proven its excellence in the investment industry, taking home top honours at the LSEG Lipper Fund Awards 2025. The company secured two group awards and an impressive 28 individual fund awards, making it the biggest event winner.

Public Mutual also stood out, earning two of the five available accolades at the 2025 Morningstar Awards Malaysia. In addition, the Company was awarded the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Platinum Award in the Investment Fund category for the 16th consecutive year.

These achievements testify to the Company’s robust investment process, the trust and confidence of its investors, and its firm commitment to its mission — building a better financial future for investors.

Public Mutual celebrated a total of 30 illustrious award wins at the LSEG Lipper Fund Awards 2025

Public Mutual received two Morningstar Awards, one each for Public Far-East Dividend Fund and Public Ittikal Sequel Fund

Public Mutual was honoured with the Reader’s Digest Platinum Brand Award in the Investment Fund category for the 16th consecutive year

Welcoming the Malaysian Ambassador to the Kingdom of Cambodia

Cambodian Public Bank (Campu Bank) had the honour of welcoming His Excellency Shaharuddin bin Onn, Malaysia’s newly appointed Ambassador to the Kingdom of Cambodia, and his delegation for a memorable courtesy visit to the Bank’s Head Office on 3 March 2025.

Mr. Ong Ming Teck, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Campu Bank, provided an insightful overview of the Bank’s impressive growth journey. Today, it has grown into one of the largest commercial banks in the country! The visit provided a valuable opportunity for His Excellency Shaharuddin to meet Mr. Tio Soon Keong, CEO of Campu Lonpac Insurance Plc. and Mr. Peou Sovannarith, CEO of Campu Securities Plc. Both CEOs briefed the Ambassador on the operations and achievements of their respective companies.

Mr. Ong Ming Teck, CEO of Campu Bank (right), presenting a corporate gift to His Excellency Shaharuddin Bin Onn, Malaysian Ambassador to the Kingdom of Cambodia (left), at the Red Carpet Banking

Cambodian Public Bank Shines with VISA Leadership Awards 2024

Cambodian Public Bank was honoured with three prestigious Leadership Awards from VISA International for its outstanding performance in 2024. The Bank received recognition for Leadership in Spend per Active Card for VISA Credit in Affluent Segment, Leadership in Spend per Active Card for VISA Debit in Affluent Segment, and Leadership in Commercial Card Volume Growth. These awards underscored the Bank’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer-focused financial solutions, reinforcing its strong position as a leader in the banking sector.

Leadership Awards 2024 by VISA

Campu Bank Co-Sponsors the ‘Autoshow II 2025’

Cambodian Public Bank (Campu Bank) proudly co-sponsored the ‘Cambodia Autoshow II 2025’, held from 1 to 2 March 2025 at the Premier Center Sen Sok in Phnom Penh. The high-octane event brought together over ten top-tier prestigious car dealers, showcasing the cutting edge of automotive technology.

The autoshow was officiated by His Excellency Hun Many, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Ministry of Civil Service, and attended by His Excellency Neak Oknha Ly Yong Phat, President of the Cambodian Oknha Association (COA), His Excellency Neak Oknha Ly Kunthai, Chairman of the Cambodia Footwear Association, and more than 100 guests attended the event.

To make the experience more rewarding, customers who opened deposit accounts during the event received a complimentary umbrella or stainless-steel mug as a token of appreciation.

Mr. Ong Ming Teck, Chief Executive Officer of Campu Bank (third from left) and Ms. Bun Chanraksmey, Assistant Vice President (centre) at Campu Bank’s booth

Courtesy Visit to the Governor of the National Bank of Cambodia

Tan Sri Dato’ Sri (Dr) Tay Ah Lek, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) together with Dato’ Chang Kat Kiam, Deputy CEO of Public Bank, Mr. Ong Ming Teck, CEO of Cambodian Public Bank Plc. and Senior Management staff of Public Bank Group paid a courtesy visit to Her Excellency Dr. Chea Serey, Governor of the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Kuala Lumpur on 8 April 2025.

The meeting was both cordial and productive, providing a platform for open dialogue on Cambodia's regulatory trends, macro-economic developments, and the various initiatives implemented by the NBC under the helm of Her Excellency the Governor.

Tan Sri Dato’ Sri (Dr) Tay Ah Lek thanked Her Excellency the Governor and the Officials of the NBC for their strong support, invaluable guidance and advice given to Campu Bank over the years and assured that the Bank would continue to support the NBC’s effort towards improving the country’s social-economic development and strengthening of the banking sector of Cambodia.

Tan Sri Dato’ Sri (Dr) Tay Ah Lek, Managing Director & CEO (seated second from left), Dato’ Chang Kat Kiam, Deputy CEO of Public Bank (seated first from left) and Her Excellency Dr. Chea Serey, Governor (seated second from right) and Mr. Rath Sovannorak, Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) (seated first from right) and senior officials of the NBC during the courtesy visit at the Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

PBSV Increases Charter Capital to VND 1,000 Billion

Public Bank Securities Vietnam (PBSV) announced that its Charter Capital will be increased to VND1,000 billion (USD40 million) from VND135 billion (USD5.4 million). This strategic move aims to strengthen PBSV’s competitiveness and expand its role in Vietnam’s stock market. PBSV also became a wholly-owned subsidiary of PBVN on 10 July 2024, upon completion of the acquisition of 100% equity interest in RHB Securities Vietnam Company Limited.

The additional capital would enable PBSV to broaden its services, including margin lending, while modernising its digital offerings to align with industry trends. PBSV remains focused on delivering transparent, efficient, and customer-centric financial solutions, which align with Public Bank Group’s vision of being ‘The Bank for the People.’

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