JICA supports Vietnam equity market capacity building

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), in partnership with the State Securities Commission of Vietnam (SSC), is conducting its 10th expert mission to enhance the efficiency of Vietnam’s equity market. The mission, taking place from October 9 to 15 in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, aims to strengthen the institutional and operational foundations of the nation's capital market.

This initiative follows Vietnam’s recent upgrade from a Frontier Market to an Emerging Market by FTSE Russell. The project focuses on critical areas such as corporate disclosure, financial literacy, and the development of self-regulatory organizations (SROs).

During the mission, experts are engaging with the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange (HOSE) and various stakeholders, including securities companies, fund management firms, and the Vietnam Association of Securities Business (VASB). The goal is to increase transparency and align the Vietnamese market with international standards.