Background
The Trust Regulator is the Cambodian authority that issues and renews operating licenses for commercial trust companies under the national trust sector governance framework. On 21 May 2026, Trust Regulator officials conducted an on-site inspection at Lion Trust (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. to verify a license renewal application.
The Trust Regulator also carries out supervision and development functions for the trust sector, including reviews of applications, on-site verification, and administrative assignment of inspection teams by senior agency leadership. Director General H.E. SOK Dara authorized Deputy Director SIN Somalay to lead the inspection team for the Lion Trust renewal check.
Scope of Application
This inspection and verification process applies to commercial trust companies submitting applications for initial licensing or renewal of existing operating licenses. The scope typically covers documentation and operational evidence required by the Trust Regulator to assess continued authorization to offer fiduciary or trust services in Cambodia.
Key Provisions or Decisions
On 21 May 2026 the Director General assigned the Trust Registration Department to perform an on-site review of the renewal request submitted by Lion Trust (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. The assigned team conducted checks intended to validate the facts and materials included in the company’s renewal application.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
Commercial trust companies seeking license renewal should prepare for possible on-site verification as part of the regulator’s assessment process. Firms should ensure their renewal submissions include verifiable operational records and contact details for regulatory correspondence with the Trust Regulator.
Official Source
Announcement and summary published by the Trust Regulator on 21 May 2026. Original post: https://www.facebook.com/trustregulatorcambodia/posts/pfbid027MhXzyhZmEvbMdAKUuNuUs12bbW2Fxd6dz792yqr3A3bTpeHGJhXsAHqx2M4zCmjl. Trust Regulator website: https://www.trustregulator.gov.kh.
