About
The Office of International Affairs promotes investor protection in cross-border securities transactions by advancing international regulatory and enforcement cooperation, encouraging the adoption of high regulatory standards worldwide, and formulating technical assistance programs to strengthen the regulatory infrastructure in global financial markets.
The Office of International Affairs staff also manage and execute the SEC’s participation in international regulatory bodies, engage in regulatory dialogues with international counterparts, and provide technical assistance to strengthen partnerships with foreign authorities.
As the primary coordinator for the SEC on significant international initiatives and developments, the Office of International Affairs advises the Commission and other agency officials in international enforcement and regulatory matters.
This work helps ensure that international borders aren’t used to escape detection and prosecution of fraudulent securities activities.
Regulatory Policy
The SEC participates in international workstreams that raise regulatory standards and promote cooperation among the world's securities regulators.
Enforcement Assistance
The SEC gains international cooperation when enforcement investigations extend across borders, and can counsel and assist foreign securities authorities in their own investigations.
Technical Assistance
The SEC aims to improve enforcement, supervisory, and regulatory capacity of its foreign counterparts through its flagship International Institutes and other training programs and consultations.
