Kandal (FN), Oct. 20 – Cambodian prime minister Hun Sen thanked the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC), bank and microfinance institutions (MFIs) for supporting his request to help the flood victims.  

The premier spoke during a press conference after changing his information on voter list on Thursday (Oct 20) at Takhmau city, Kandal Province.

“It is good that my request gained support from all MFIs to postpone the deadlines for loan repayments, decrease the interest rates, and prepare new loans for the farmers affected by the floods. I would like to thank NBC and all MFIs for their understanding in this difficult time. Moreover, I would like to thank all authorities for assisting citizens in time of crisis,” the premier underscored.

At the request of premier Hun Sen, on 19 October 2022, the Banking Association of Cambodia and the Cambodian Microfinance Association issued a joint statement to assist clients who are affected by the flood.  
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