Cambodia Sees Significant Surge in Construction Material Imports in Early 2025

• 24 June 2025
• Property Focus
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In a remarkable indication of the ongoing expansion in its construction and real estate sectors, Cambodia imported over USD 1 billion worth of construction materials during the first five months of 2025. This figure reached USD 1.017 billion, marking a substantial 35% increase from USD 752 million in the corresponding period of 2024, according to the latest report from the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia.

Key insights from the report highlight that iron and steel comprised a significant portion of these imports, totaling approximately USD 477 million, a notable rise of 53% compared to last year. Despite this overall growth, imports of cement saw a slight decline, with nearly USD 8 million imported, reflecting a marginal drop of 0.23% from the previous year.

These developments underline the persistent dynamism within Cambodia’s construction industry, which continues to be a pivotal contributor to the nation’s economic growth. Analysts suggest that the robust performance in construction materials imports is indicative of ongoing investment and development in infrastructure and real estate, reinforcing the sector’s role as a cornerstone of Cambodia’s economic landscape.

As the country moves forward, the government and stakeholders in the construction industry remain optimistic about sustained growth and further opportunities in the sector.

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