President’s Hall, Malacañan Palace
June 9, 2025

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. administered the oath of office to Mr. Francisco Lim as Chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a ceremony at the President’s Hall in Malacañan Palace.

Prior to his appointment, Lim served as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) from 2004 to 2010. He is also a senior partner at Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW), one of the country’s leading law firms. Additionally, he served as a trustee and President of the Shareholders Association of the Philippines (SharePHIL).

Lim succeeds SEC Chairman Emilio Aquino, whose seven (7)-year term ended on June 6, 2025.

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