Cambodia Sees Surge in Investment Activity in Early 2025

• 16 June 2025
• Local News
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In a promising start to 2025, Cambodia has attracted 290 new investment projects, totalling over USD 4 billion in investment capital during the first five months, according to the latest report from the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC).

Remarkably, this marks a significant increase from the same period last year, with 137 additional projects—an increase of nearly 90%. The investment capital itself has seen a boost of USD 1.4 billion, representing an impressive 52% growth compared to early 2024.

The industrial sector leads the way in these investments, securing USD 3.6 billion, while the infrastructure sector follows with USD 558 million. The tourism sector, although smaller in comparison, has attracted USD 20 million.

China remains the dominant force in this investment surge, accounting for 62.27% of the total capital. Not far behind, Cambodian investments make up 23.28%, with Singapore contributing 9.63%.

In terms of geographical distribution, Kampong Speu province has emerged as a hotspot, attracting 72 projects, followed closely by Svay Rieng Province with 68 projects and Phnom Penh with 34 projects. Other notable areas include Koh Kong (28 projects), Takeo (27 projects), Sihanoukville (24 projects), Kandal (20 projects), and various other provinces, totaling 17 projects.

Highlighting the commitment to fostering a robust job market, May alone saw the CDC approving 59 new investment projects with a capital injection of USD 816 million, expected to create approximately 44,000 jobs.

This upsurge in investment not only reflects Cambodia’s growing attractiveness as a destination for foreign capital but also strengthens the country’s economic development prospects for years to come.

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