Cambodia Association of Securities Firms Signs MOU with CGCC to Boost Investor Confidence and Sustainable Financing

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Cambodia Association of Securities Firms Signs MOU with CGCC to Boost Investor Confidence and Sustainable Financing
Cambodia Association of Securities Firms Signs MOU with CGCC to Boost Investor Confidence and Sustainable Financing./B2B Cambodia.

The Cambodia Association of Securities Firms (CASF), and the Credit Guarantee Corporation of Cambodia (CGCC), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on July 28, 2025, at CGCC headquarters, marking a key step in strengthening cooperation within Cambodia’s financial sector.

The signing ceremony was presided over by H.E. Sou Socheat, Director General of the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC), while the MOU was signed between CASF Chairman, Iv Ranarith, and CGCC CEO, No Lida.

Ranarith noted strong progress in Cambodia’s bond market in the first half of 2025, highlighting two major issuances: a USD 100 million bond by ACLEDA Bank, and a USD 50 million bond by SchneiTech Dynamic.

He added that investor participation in the debt market is expanding, with increasing involvement from both high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors, including commercial banks and insurance companies.

“This reflects the financial potential and growing demand for debt securities—creating new opportunities for all stakeholders in the securities sector,” Ranarith said.

Iv Ranarith, CASF Chairman, speaking at the MOU signing ceremony./B2B Cambodia.

No Lida emphasised CGCC’s role as a government-backed guarantor, stating:

As a local guarantor, we aim to be the first choice for domestic bond issuers. Our guarantees are backed by the Royal Government of Cambodia and supported by a strong capital base and top-tier credit rating. While rooted locally, our standards align with international practices.

He also highlighted CGCC’s ability to evaluate credit guarantees efficiently, leveraging its local expertise and partnerships to ensure risk-sharing and alignment with global benchmarks.

The MOU aims to foster collaboration between CASF and CGCC to enhance investor confidence, expand access to sustainable financing, and support the long-term growth of Cambodia’s securities market. The partnership is expected to play a key role in building a resilient and inclusive financial ecosystem.

H.E. Sou Socheat presided over the signing between No Lida (L), CEO of the CGCC, and Iv Ranarth (R), Chairman of the CASF./B2B Cambodia.

The event also marked the launch of Phase III of the Cambodia Sustainable Bond Accelerator (CSBA) program—an initiative jointly led by the SERC, the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), Credit Guarantee and Investment Facility (CGIF), GuarantCo, and CGCC.

CSBA Phase III will provide technical assistance to support the issuance of green, sustainability, and sustainability-linked bonds aligned with Cambodia’s climate priorities and carbon neutrality goals.

In his remarks, H.E. Sou Socheat underscored the importance of strategic partnerships in advancing financial innovation and sustainable development. He stated that both the MOU and CSBA Phase III demonstrate the sector’s collective commitment to building a vibrant and future-ready capital market.

The event concluded with a reaffirmation of all parties’ dedication to promoting trust, collaboration, and innovation in support of Cambodia’s economic growth.

This article was based on a supplied press release.