Manulife, one of the world's leading life insurance companies, is now in Cambodia

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, June 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife Financial today announced the official opening of its head office in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Presided over by H.E. Dr. AUN Porn Moniroth, Minister attached to Prime Minister and Secretary of State of The Ministry of Economy and Finance, the historic event took place at Raffles Hotel Le Royal where Manulife partners, government officials, a number of guests and local media representatives joined in the celebration.

In his Keynote Address, Bob Cook, Senior Executive Vice President and General Manager, Asia, said, "In the month in which we celebrate our 125^th global anniversary, we find it so fitting to start this new and exciting chapter, serving the people of Cambodia. We would like to thank the Cambodian government for their great support in making today possible. We look forward to continue working with them to make a success of this great opportunity."

Also speaking at the event, Senior Vice President and Chairman of Manulife (Cambodia) PLC, David Wong said, "We deeply appreciate the support we've received from both the Cambodian and Canadian governments."  Mr. Wong also emphasized how important the Cambodian market is to Manulife Asia and how committed Manulife is about this market. "The Company sees the potential of Cambodia, with a population of about 15 million and an emerging middle class, as a growth area in the ASEAN countries. The commencement of operations in Phnom Penh reflects Manulife's commitment as a strong, reliable company to the ASEAN region in general and Cambodia in particular."

Over the last 125 years, Canada-based Manulife Financial has become one of the world's leading financial services organizations. Building on this success, Manulife continues to innovate with products and services for its millions of customers across Asia and around the world.

About Manulife (Cambodia) PLC
Manulife (Cambodia) PLC commenced operations in June 2012. With its vision to be the most professional financial services company in Cambodia, Manulife provides strong, reliable, trustworthy and forward-thinking solutions for its clients.

Manulife Cambodia presently employs around 40 staff including local and foreign financial professionals. For more information, please visit manulife.com.

About Manulife Financial
Manulife Financial is a leading Canada-based financial services group with principal operations in Asia, Canada and the United States. In 2012, we celebrate 125 years of providing clients strong, reliable, trustworthy and forward-thinking solutions for their most significant financial decisions. Our international network of employees, agents and distribution partners offers financial protection and wealth management products and services to millions of clients. We also provide asset management services to institutional customers. Funds under management by Manulife Financial and its subsidiaries were C$512 billion (US$512 billion) as at March 31, 2012. The Company operates as Manulife Financial in Canada and Asia and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. Manulife Financial Corporation trades as 'MFC' on the TSX, NYSE and PSE, and under '945' on the SEHK. Manulife Financial can be found on the Internet at manulife.com.

SOURCE Manulife Financial Corporation