Cambodia Investment Review
The Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC), in partnership with Royal Group Securities Plc. (RGS) and with support from the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX), hosted the second investor forum aimed at promoting long-term investment in the securities market. The event was held at the Non-Bank Financial Services Authority Building under the high presidency of H.E. Sou Socheat, Director General of SERC.
The forum gathered around 100 civil servants from five key ministries and institutions, including the Ministry of Economy and Finance, Ministry of Justice, Council for the Development of Cambodia, Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, and Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction.
Building Awareness and Investor Confidence
The event is part of SERC’s ongoing campaign to expand public awareness about securities trading while protecting investors and preventing scams. According to the regulator, education and participation are critical in transforming Cambodia’s young securities market into a viable long-term investment option.
H.E. Sou Socheat told participants that their involvement was not only about individual learning but also about contributing to broader market development. He highlighted the regulator’s recent approvals of new listings on the Cambodia Securities Exchange, which he said demonstrated strong progress, growing investor confidence, and a wider range of investment opportunities.
Encouraging Long-Term Investment Habits
Royal Group Securities COO, Mr. Tieng Sivansak, noted that public misconceptions often hinder investment participation. “Many people believe investing requires substantial capital and carries significant risks,” he said. “In reality, small initial investments can help individuals build strong financial habits and gradually develop long-term strategies.”
The session provided practical exposure through the CSX Trade application, where participants received investor IDs and trading accounts to simulate stock purchases. Attendees also engaged in Q&A sessions with speakers from SERC, CSX, and RGS, focusing on how to approach securities as part of personal and institutional financial strategies.
Driving Market Participation
SERC emphasized that forums like these bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world experience. By equipping civil servants with investment insights and tools, the regulator hopes to encourage broader market participation and embed long-term investment practices into Cambodia’s financial culture.
The forum marks a continuation of SERC’s outreach programs across Phnom Penh and the provinces, which include seminars, training sessions, and public education campaigns designed to strengthen the foundations of Cambodia’s securities market.
