Phnom Penh: Following the official launch of the “Cambodia Climate Finance Facility (CCFF)”, a panel discussion on the potential of the CCFF to pave the way for the promotion of green credit in Cambodia, and a panel discussion on the application for financing under the CCFF, Dr. Kao Thach, the Royal Government Delegate in Charge of the Agricultural and Rural Development Bank (ARDB), delivered the closing remarks at the “Official Launching Ceremony of the Cambodia Climate Finance Facility” at the Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel on June 17, 2026.
The closing ceremony was attended by Mr. Choi Hang Suk, representative of the Korea Development Bank (KDB), and Mr. John McGinley, board member of Mekong Strategic Capital, representatives of relevant ministries and institutions of the Royal Government.
Dr. Kao Thach highly appreciated the results of the entire ceremony, which brought together lively discussions to set out directions and action plans going forward, aimed at responding to the rapid evolution of the economic environment and the demand for green financing, both regionally and globally.
Taking this special opportunity, Dr. Kao Thach expressed his deepest gratitude to Mr. Ros Silva, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Economy and Finance, and the distinguished representative, Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance. who was honored to preside over the opening ceremony, as well as the leaders of ministries, institutions, MSC, KDB Bank, the Australian Embassy, and all relevant parties who participated with a spirit of initiative and high responsibility to achieve today’s glorious achievements.
The doctor considered Today’s excellent results did not happen by chance, but rather came from a truly collaborative effort. The launch of the CCFF is “a significant historical turning point and a source of great pride for Cambodia, as well as the entire Asian region,” in establishing the first national climate fund for the private sector. This event officially opens the door to a long-term, highly concessional green financing mechanism for Cambodian businesses and local financial institutions from now on.
The doctor added that today’s official announcement of the implementation of the CCFF program is not just a policy decision. But this is just the beginning of implementing green credit in Cambodia.
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