Three Major Associations Hold High-Level Meeting to Expand SME Access to Finance in Cambodia

Leaders of the Cambodia Microfinance Association (CMA) joined a high-level meeting with the Association of Banks in Cambodia and the Cambodian Young Entrepreneurs Association to discuss challenges and opportunities in expanding access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Cambodia on November 2, 2026.

On the occasion, Mr. Sok Voeun, Chairman of the Board of the Cambodia Microfinance Association (CMA), highlighted the financial sector’s efforts and priorities to strengthen credit quality, reduce non-performing loans (NPLs), and restore the confidence of customers and investors. Particular emphasis was placed on promoting implementation of the Code of Conduct for the banking and financial sector, as well as key mechanisms to strengthen responsible lending and consumer protection.

The three associations are also planning to hold SME & Financial Night on November 19, 2026. The event will serve as an important platform for business owners, banking and financial institutions, and other stakeholders to gather and exchange views on challenges and solutions related to accessing finance.

Through the meeting, the three associations demonstrated their shared commitment to strengthening cooperation between the financial sector and the entrepreneurial community to expand access to finance and contribute to the development of Cambodia’s SME sector.៕