The Cambodia Insurance Brokers Association (CIBA) recently partnered with the Cambodia and Investment Review and B2B Cambodia to host a panel discussion. The conversation centered around the present state and future trajectory of Cambodia's insurance sector, offering insights into market trends, technology adoption, and strategies for growth. The event served as a platform to understand the market's current dynamics while offering a glimpse into its promising future.

Vichet Lor, Vice President of the Cambodia Chinese Commerce Association (CCCA-Cambodia Chapter), spoke to CIR Leader Talks on his opinion of Cambodia's rising economic potential, the mission and vision for the CCCA and the ongoing betterment economic prosperity brings to Cambodia and the region. He stresses the importance of sustainable and inclusive investments for the betterment of the Cambodian people, highlighting his commitment to promoting Cambodia as a promising global investment hub.

Prince Real Estate CEO Edward Lee spoke with CIR Leader Talks on the company's long-term ambitions in Cambodia's real estate market, current and future trends post-COVID, and his recent Personality of the Year award at the Cambodia Real Estate Awards 2023.

Cambodia’s largest general insurer and fast-growing life insurer, Forte, has announced that Mr Prou Sythan has been appointed the new CEO of Forte Life Assurance as of 2 May 2023. Mr Prou Sythan joins Forte Life Assurance with over a decade of experience in the insurance industry. He will be taking over from Mr Alex Lee, Forte Life Assurance’s previous CEO, who has been leading the business since its establishment in 2019.

UNIDO’s Managing Director for the Directorate for SDG Innovation and Economic Transformation Mr. Gunther Beger spoke with CIR Leader Talks on how the UN’s specialized agency the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) plays a pivotal role in promoting inclusive and sustainable industrial development around the globe as well as UNIDO's mission in Cambodia and its efforts to support the country's industrial development.

The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) Chairman, Mr. Arsjad Rasjid, spoke with CIR Leader Talks about how Cambodia and Indonesia are poised to enhance trade and investment ties over the next five years, focusing on three key areas: strengthening bilateral relations, promoting digital transformation, and fostering collaboration in the agricultural sector.

With the Aquarii events and publication tagline – “Cambodia: An Overlooked Destination for Business and Investment” – continuing to resonate well with many in the local and international business and investment community, CIR Leader Talks sat down with CEO Michael Tan, who coined the phrase, for a deeper understanding on the thoughts behind the term.

Chris Humphrey, the Executive Director of the EU-ASEAN Business Council (EU-ABC), was recently featured in the EuroCham newsletter where he spoke about the current EU business sentiment towards Cambodia, the potential of the automotive and renewable energy industries, and how the Kingdom can effectively navigate its planned graduation from LDC status in 2027.

Founder and Executive Director of the Asian Trade Centre and the President of the Asia Business Trade Association Dr. Deborah Elms was recently featured in the EuroCham newsletter where she spoke about her experiences working in the region for over 20+ years as well as the challenges and opportunities facing Cambodia’s long-term trade outlook.

The International Business Chamber of Cambodia (IBC) has hosted its 2023 Annual General Meeting with its members electing four new executive committee (ExCom) members out of a pool of nine candidates as well as approving its 2022 financial results and 2023 forecasted budget. 2023 marks the 30th anniversary of the IBC. Sanjay Chakrabarty, Vice Chair of IBC, also took a moment to reflect on the history of IBC stating that it started in 1993 as “The Corporate Club.”