AKP Phnom Penh, February 10, 2026 -- The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) and the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Cambodia have discussed priority areas of collaboration to advance a sustainable financial and banking sector, including joint efforts to convene stakeholders on microfinance in Cambodia.

The commitment was made during a meeting held in Phnom Penh on Feb. 10 between H.E. Dr. Chea Serey, Governor of the National Bank of Cambodia, and H.E. Ms. Vladanka Andreeva, the newly appointed UN Resident Coordinator in Cambodia.

During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on strengthening cooperation between the central bank and the United Nations to promote sustainable development.

H.E. Dr. Chea Serey reaffirmed NBC’s commitment to being a responsible and active member of the international community.

She noted that NBC stands ready to share its experiences with international partners on an equal footing, particularly in areas such as payment systems, credit information-sharing systems, law enforcement cooperation, and the advancement of international development goals for the benefit of humanity.

The NBC Governor added that collaboration with the United Nations will play an important role in supporting the implementation of national laws and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals.

By Chea Vannak