The Digital Economy and Business Committee (DEBC) organised here yesterday a dissemination workshop on Cambodia Financial Technology Development Policy 2023-2028, aiming to widely disseminate the Policy in the spirit of promoting the implementation of the Policy and continuing to promote the development of financial technology (FinTech) in Cambodia.
The workshop was presided over by H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Economy and Finance, and Chairman of the Digital Economy and Business Committee and attended by high-ranking officials representing relevant ministries, public institutions, regulators, embassies, banking and financial institutions, educational institutions, insurance companies, local and international private companies, and other relevant associations.
The Royal Government of Cambodia formulated the Cambodia Financial Technology Development Policy 2023-2028 with the long-term vision of developing FinTech based on the enhancement of financial inclusion, the maintenance of the financial sector stability, and the promotion of financial innovation to take maximum advantage of digital transformation in the financial sector and to provide opportunities for all actors, aiming to contribute to the acceleration of the development of Cambodia’s vibrant digital economy and society, said a press release issued after the workshop.
“Through the presentation and panel discussion, the Digital Economy and Business Committee, along with responsible ministries and public institutions, firmly believes that the implementation of this Policy will not only foster the development of FinTech but also contribute to the development of the digital economy and society in Cambodia,” it added.
The Policy stands on three main principles, namely promoting financial innovation, maintaining financial stability, and enhancing financial inclusion, the source pointed out.
Additionally, it continued, the Policy will be mainly implemented by two key actors, namely the National Bank of Cambodia and regulators under the Non-Bank Financial Services Authority as well as relevant ministries and public institutions such as the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications, the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training, under the coordination and leadership of the Digital Economy and Business Committee.
The successful implementation of this Policy also requires the involvement of the private sector in FinTech to effectively drive its execution.
H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth provided five recommendations and guidance for responsible ministries, public institutions, and relevant stakeholders to effectively implement this Policy, which mainly focuses on continuing to fully participate in the policy implementation through developing clear action plans, research and sharing on experience, and continuing capacity building while fostering a close collaboration culture characterised by proactiveness, ownership, and a strong sense of responsibility.
