SEC, Cambodia’s SERC partner to strengthen capital markets

THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Cambodia’s Securities Exchange Regulator Commission (SERC) have agreed to collaborate on supervision, enforcement, capacity building, and technical projects, with a focus on sustainable finance, fintech, and digital market transformation.

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A ROAD remains under construction in Caloocan City.

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The memorandum of understanding, signed on Nov. 4, establishes a framework for the two agencies to share information, provide mutual support, and work together on regulatory issues affecting both markets to strengthen their institutions.

“We aim to enhance investor protection, uphold market integrity, and promote innovation and responsible growth. This partnership also reflects our broader ASEAN vision — to build fair, efficient, and resilient capital markets that inspire investor confidence and contribute to sustainable development across our region,” SEC Chairperson Francisco Ed. Lim said in an emailed statement over the weekend.

He added that the partnership could bolster investor confidence and facilitate deeper integration of ASEAN financial markets amid globalization and advances in digital technology.