Chinese Investment Catalyzes Over 1 Million Jobs in Cambodia, Driving Sustainable Economic Growth

• 17 February 2026
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Inaugural Cambodia-China Public-Private Sector Dialogue focuses on resolving investor challenges and expanding industrial cooperation

Chinese investments have significantly bolstered the Cambodian labor market, creating more than one million jobs for local citizens and serving as a vital engine for sustainable economic development. This milestone was highlighted during the first Cambodia-China Public-Private Sector Dialogue on February 9, 2026, which aimed to further synchronize trade strategies and expand bilateral commercial ties.

The high-level forum was co-presided over by His Excellency Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice-Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), and His Excellency Wang Wenbin, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Cambodia. The meeting brought together representatives from 80 Chinese companies and delegates from the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia to discuss the future of industrial cooperation.

During the session, Ambassador Wang Wenbin underscored the importance of this dialogue as a mechanism to strengthen the presence of Chinese enterprises in the Kingdom. He noted that the platform is essential for identifying and removing administrative and operational hurdles, thereby ensuring a more seamless investment environment. By fostering a more conducive atmosphere for business, both nations aim to ensure that Chinese capital continues to contribute meaningfully to Cambodia’s long-term prosperity and regional trade integration. (read more)

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