The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Philippines and the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) have formalized an agreement to significantly enhance collaboration and support the development of their respective capital markets.
In a ceremony held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, recently, the SEC Philippines and SERC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This landmark agreement aims to promote mutual assistance, information exchange, and stronger cooperation across areas of shared regulatory interest.
The MoU underscores the commitment of both agencies to build institutional capacity, with a particular focus on programs that enhance human resource development to sustain the growth of their markets.
SEC Philippines Chairperson Francis Lim highlighted the key areas of joint effort during the ceremony: “Under this MoU, the SEC and SERC will work together on regulatory supervision and enforcement; capacity-building and training; and technical collaboration in sustainable finance, fintech, and market digitalization. We aim to enhance investor protection, uphold market integrity, and promote innovation and responsible growth.”
Chairperson Lim further emphasized the regional significance of the partnership, adding: “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.”
His Excellency Sou Socheat, SERC Director General, noted that the MoU marks a key milestone for both regulators as they navigate the era of globalization and digitalization.
“This partnership is a testament to our belief that by working together, we can achieve far more than we can alone. We can create a more secure environment for investors, build greater confidence in our respective markets, and contribute to the financial integration and prosperity of the entire ASEAN region,” Director General Sou Socheat stated.
This strategic partnership is expected to accelerate the modernization and deepening of the capital markets in both the Philippines and Cambodia, benefiting investors and supporting economic stability in the region.
