Technical Assistance on the Regulatory and Operational Framework for Asset Management Institutions

KUALA LUMPUR, 13 AUGUST 2026 —

AMRO Seeks Consultants to Strengthen Cambodia’s Asset Management Framework

The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) is inviting consultants to assist Cambodia’s National Bank (NBC) in developing a regulatory and operational framework for asset management institutions (AMIs). The project aims to enhance financial stability by establishing mechanisms to resolve distressed assets, with a focus on non-performing loans (NPLs). Applications must be submitted by August 28, 2026.

Malaysian financial institutions may monitor developments, as improved NPL resolution frameworks in ASEAN could influence regional asset management practices. The NBC’s initiative, outlined in a February 19, 2026 Prakas, seeks to restore bank balance sheets, improve credit discipline, and support lending to productive sectors while ensuring consumer protection.

The project requires consultants to draft policies covering capital adequacy, NPL valuation, governance, and funding mechanisms, including bond issuance and securitization. Key deliverables include draft regulations, operational guidelines, and training for NBC staff. Consultants must submit proposals detailing past experience, on-site assessments, and fee structures by the deadline.

AMRO’s technical assistance aligns with broader ASEAN+3 efforts to strengthen financial resilience. The framework will address prudential requirements, risk concentration limits, and cross-agency coordination on tax treatments and property registration. Details on Malaysia’s potential participation or market impact remain not yet available.