Date: 2025/07/20

The Securities Depository Center (SDC) has officially announced its membership in the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) under the category of “Affiliate Members,” following the Organization’s approval of its application.

This membership represents a strategic milestone in enhancing the SDC’s international standing and provides broader opportunities to participate in the development of global policies and standards related to financial market regulation and investor protection. It also enables the SDC to strengthen the exchange of expertise and experiences with peer institutions and authorities responsible for regulating and developing financial markets around the world.

The SDC emphasized that this step aligns with its vision of supporting the structure of Jordan’s financial market in accordance with international best practices and standards. It also reflects its commitment to transparency, good governance, and the development of financial market infrastructure in service of the national economy.

It is worth noting that IOSCO is the most prominent global reference in the field of securities market regulation and standard-setting. It comprises over 130 members, including regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and market supervisory authorities from across the globe. IOSCO plays a vital role in setting standards that ensure the efficiency, fairness, and transparency of global financial markets.

By joining IOSCO, the SDC has also become a member of the Affiliate Members Consultative Committee (AMCC), which focuses on enhancing cooperation and knowledge exchange among member states in key areas such as anti-money laundering, financial technology, cybersecurity, and sustainable finance.

Additionally, the SDC has completed the self-assessment questionnaire related to the disclosure and evaluation methodology issued by the Committee on Payments and Market Infrastructures (CPMI-IOSCO). This assessment aims to evaluate theSDC’s compliance with international standards concerning central securities depositories, central registration entities, and clearing and settlement functions in financial markets. The assessment is reviewed and evaluated annually and published internationally for all relevant stakeholders to view.