Cambodia, Korea Renew Securities Cooperation to Advance Green Finance and Market Development

SEOUL, Republic of Korea (Oct.01, 2025) — The Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) and the Korea Securities Finance Corporation (KSFC) renewed their commitment to financial cooperation by re-signing a memorandum of understanding during KSFC’s 70th Anniversary International Conference held Tuesday in Seoul.

The event, attended by more than 300 participants from international institutions, regulators, and securities finance firms, focused on strengthening investor protection, building financial safety nets, and exploring the impact of artificial intelligence on the future of finance.

Leading the Cambodian delegation was H.E. Sou Socheat, Director General of SERC, with the permission of H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance. The updated MoU, originally signed in 2018, retains its core provisions while expanding cooperation to meet evolving market needs.

“This updated MoU is not only a formal agreement, but a strategic bridge between our institutions,” Socheat said. “Through staff exchanges, joint training programs, and shared expertise, we are strengthening institutional capabilities, enhancing market confidence, and laying the groundwork for long-term economic growth.”

The MoU covers market information sharing, regulatory development, and capacity building, including study visits and secondment training. It also supports the establishment of Cambodia’s first Securities Finance Corporation, aimed at improving market liquidity and infrastructure.

KSFC President and CEO Jeong-Kang Kim welcomed the renewed partnership, noting its importance in fostering regional financial stability and innovation. KSFC also signed cooperation agreements with China Securities Finance Corporation, Japan Securities Finance, and Pendanaan Efek Indonesia to expand foreign exchange and investment operations.

Officials said the conference and MoU signing reinforced bilateral ties and advanced efforts to modernize Cambodia’s securities sector in line with global standards.