National Bank of Cambodia, World Bank Vow to Deepen Cooperation on Finance, Technology

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (Nov. 25, 2025) — The National Bank of Cambodia and the World Bank pledged to strengthen cooperation on financial stability, digital payments and economic resilience during a meeting Tuesday in Phnom Penh.

Governor Chea Serey and World Bank country manager Tania Meyer underscored their shared commitment to advancing Cambodia’s financial infrastructure and addressing external challenges. Both sides highlighted ongoing technical assistance, including support for international reserve management, crisis prevention frameworks, deposit insurance and technology development.

Meyer praised the central bank’s achievements in maintaining exchange rate and price stability, reinforcing the banking system and expanding digital payments. She encouraged Cambodia to share its successful experiences with other countries.

Chea responded that the National Bank has already shared lessons on digital payment development, reserve management and banking supervision with regional and global peers. She noted the bank’s openness to welcoming study visits from senior delegations of foreign central banks.

The two leaders also exchanged views on Cambodia’s economic outlook and risks linked to rapid technological change, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity threats and online scams. Chea stressed the importance of cooperation among stakeholders to bolster financial literacy and safeguard stability.