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Press Releases
Stay informed with updates and announcements on Smart’s innovations, achievements and impacts.
Maybank Cambodia has extended a USD50 million financing facility to Smart Axiata (a subsidiary of Malaysian-headquartered Axiata Group Berhad), to accelerate the strategic development of Cambodia’s digital and telecommunications infrastructure, including 5G connectivity across the country. The financing highlights a shared commitment between Maybank and Smart Axiata to strengthen the digital foundation that underpins Cambodia’s socio-economic development. Enhancements to infrastructure will among others enable greater access to digital education and remote learning for youths and lifelong learners, financial and payment services, and help businesses including small and medium enterprises (SMEs) adopt digital technologies and ICT solutions, improve productivity, and expand market reach.
As millions of Cambodians prepare to travel, reunite with family, and take part in nationwide celebrations during Khmer New Year, Smart Axiata has strengthened its 5G network experience with 750 sites rolled out in 21 provinces and a new tariff - ‘Smart Data TamChet!’ to provide smoother, more reliable connectivity where people celebrate and travel.
Phnom Penh - On March 29, 2026, the ACTSmart Incubation Program revealed six winning startup ideas from Cambodian students and young entrepreneurs during its Final Pitch event at the AUPP Technology Center, following a 12-week incubation journey involving 17 teams.
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – On March 11th 2026, Smart Axiata, Cambodia’s digital telco and integrated ICT solutions provider, and Grab, Southeast Asia’s leading superapp, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration opportunities aimed at enhancing customer experience through digitalization, digital services, and upgraded mobility solutions.
Barcelona – 04, March 2026, Smart Axiata has officially signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Prime Video, marking a new step in Smart’s journey to deliver richer digital lifestyle experiences for its customers.
[Barcelona, 03 March 2026] – Smart Axiata, Cambodia’s telco and integrated ICT solutions provider, and Huawei Cambodia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a strategic partnership to develop the 5G device ecosystem, with a particular focus on expanding Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) solutions in Cambodia.
Phnom Penh, 02 February 2026 — Arriving in a new country should feel seamless, welcoming, and connected from the very first moment. For the first time in Cambodia, Smart Axiata is partnership with FastWin Media Co., Ltd and support from the Phnom Penh City Bus Authority are redefining the arrival experience by introducing complimentary high-speed WiFi at airport shuttle bus stations and onboard buses serving routes to and from Techo International Airport (TIA), bringing Cambodia’s tourism experience in line with other international destinations.
Phnom Penh, Cambodia — Smart Axiata has moved swiftly to advance Cambodia’s transition to next-generation connectivity, deploying more than 600 5G sites across 21 cities and provinces within just 27 days, marking a decisive step in establishing nationwide 5G readiness. This deployment is especially notable, as the network has expanded from 283 sites on January 1st to over 600 sites, more than doubling the rollout in less than a month.
Phnom Penh — On 26 January 2026, Smart Axiata welcomed the Information Technology Department of General Secretariat of Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) to its headquarters for a knowledge-sharing visit focused on Smart’s international-standard Data Center, Service Operation Center (SOC), and Cyber Fusion Center. The visit aimed at providing practical insights as MEF prepares to enhance its own data center and security capabilities.
PHNOM PENH, 19 January 2026 – Telecom company SMART Axiata and UNICEF Cambodia have partnered to launch Enabling Children’s Learning and Nutrition in Cambodia’s Border Crisis, a one-year emergency initiative aimed at protecting the health and education of thousands of children and mothers affected by the recent Cambodia-Thai border conflict.










