ABA Bank invests in Cambodia's future athletes through Ju-Jitsu Federation sponsorship

ABA Bank has become an official sponsor of the Ju-Jitsu Federation of Cambodia (JJFC), reinforcing its commitment to supporting young Cambodian athletes and strengthening the country's presence in international sport.

The sponsorship will help fund athlete preparation, participation in international competitions, training camps, and development programs, creating greater opportunities for Cambodian athletes to compete and excel on the international stage.

On 9 July 2026, the MoU signing ceremony was attended by Igor Zimarev, Chief Marketing and CSR Officer of ABA Bank, and H.E. Pañathun Jayson Thong, President of the Ju-Jitsu Federation of Cambodia, together with representatives of both organizations and the athletes.

Since 2022, Cambodian Ju-Jitsu athletes have won an impressive 65 medals at international competitions, including 25 gold medals. During the 32nd SEA Games hosted by Cambodia, the team further demonstrated its strength by securing 12 medals. These achievements reflect the Federation's commitment to developing a highly competitive generation of Cambodian athletes.

With Cambodian ju-jitsu athletes consistently delivering strong results at regional and international competitions, ABA sees JJFC as an example of how talent, discipline, and long-term commitment can elevate Cambodia's profile on the world stage.

“Behind every sporting achievement are years of dedication and perseverance. We hope our support for the Ju-Jitsu Federation of Cambodia will help create more opportunities for Cambodian athletes to train, compete, and reach their full potential while proudly representing Cambodia on the international stage,” commented Igor Zimarev, ABA's Chief Marketing and CSR Officer.

“At JJFC, we firmly believe that investing in youth today is an investment in Cambodia's future. We are delighted that ABA Bank shares that vision with us. With ABA joining us as a strategic partner, we will be able to provide even greater opportunities for our youth athletes for many years to come,” stated H.E. Pañathun Jayson Thong.

Through initiatives like this, ABA remains committed to supporting organizations that create opportunities for Cambodian talent to thrive and represent the Kingdom with pride on the international stage.