KEY POINTS
- SET and LSX have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen cooperation and connectivity between the two capital markets, with a focus on supporting Dual Listing to expand fundraising and investment options.
- The collaboration spans business ecosystem development, research, regulatory knowledge, and personnel exchange.
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and the Lao Securities Exchange (LSX) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a significant milestone in strengthening cooperation and connectivity between the Thai and Lao capital markets. The partnership represents a major step towards regional capital market integration, unlocking new opportunities for investors and market participants in both countries.
The MOU establishes a framework for collaboration in key areas of mutual interest, including cross-border market development, business opportunities, joint research, information sharing, and personnel exchange. Under this agreement, SET and LSX will explore initiatives to foster cross-border connectivity and facilitate dual listings to expand investment access and market liquidity. The partnership will also promote business ecosystems through networking initiatives, business matching activities, and investor engagement programs. In addition, both exchanges will collaborate on research and share market insights, operational expertise, and regulatory knowledge to enhance market efficiency and transparency, while supporting staff exchange programs to enhance mutual understanding and institutional capabilities.
SET President Asadej Kongsiri said that this partnership reflects SET’s commitment to strengthening regional capital market connectivity. By working closely with LSX, we are unlocking new cross-border investment opportunities, enhancing market accessibility, and supporting sustainable growth for both markets. This is fully aligned with our vision: “The Trusted Gateway to Inclusive Opportunities” — anchored in SET’s priorities of building a Trusted Marketplace through diverse, high-quality, and relevant products and services, and Empowering Market Participants — both domestic and international — to grow and thrive together sustainably. Furthermore, this partnership reinforces SET’s commitment to developing Purposeful People Who Transform, by creating meaningful opportunities for capacity-building and professional development across both exchanges.
Furthermore, this partnership reinforces SET’s commitment to fostering Purposeful People Who Transform, by creating opportunities for capacity-building and professional development across both bourses.
LSX CEO Siosavath Thirakul said that the MOU with SET represents an important step forward for the Lao capital market. Through this collaboration, we will enhance our market capabilities, expand investment opportunities, and promote greater integration with regional markets for the benefit of all stakeholders.
This collaboration underscores the shared vision of SET and LSX to advance deeper regional integration, enhance market development, and create long-term value for investors and stakeholders in both countries.
