Cambodia’s E-Commerce Projected to Reach USD 1.1 Billion by Year-End

Cambodia’s e-commerce sector is set to achieve a remarkable milestone, with projections indicating that revenue will hit USD 1.1 billion by the end of 2025. This optimistic forecast was unveiled by the Minister of Commerce, Cham Nimal, at the opening of the “2nd Cambodia Digital Trade Forum and Online Exhibition” held on September 12, 2025. The event, themed “Building Cambodia’s Future through Dig...

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China Allocates 2.5 Million for 11 Development Projects in Cambodia

The People's Republic of China has pledged special funding of USD 2.5 million to support the implementation of 11 significant projects in Cambodia under the framework of Mekong-Lancang Cooperation. This commitment was formalised during a signing ceremony between His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia, and His Excelle...

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Cambodia and China Enhance Cooperation to Boost Investment

In a significant move to strengthen economic ties, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) and China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) have convened to collaborate on promoting investment across eight key sectors. This initiative, which was discussed in a meeting held on September 15, 2025, aims to foster long-term, sustainable, and mutually beneficial relations between...

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Cambodia and China Join Forces to Boost Cashew Exports Worth USD 35 Million Annually to the Chinese market

In a significant move to elevate agricultural trade, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed on September 12, 2025, between a prominent Chinese company and the Cambodian Ministry of Commerce, aimed at exporting Cambodian cashews to China, valued at an impressive USD 35 million per year. The MoU was formalized under the leadership of His Excellency Samheng Bora, Secretary of State for the...

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France Explores Renewable Energy Investments in Cambodia

In a significant move to strengthen economic ties, French representatives have engaged in discussions regarding potential investment opportunities in Cambodia, focusing on innovative energy solutions, including electricity generation from waste. As of late 2023, talks between French parliamentarians and Cambodia's Ministry of Mines and Energy are progressing toward the formation of a productive pa...

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China Unveils Breakthrough Salt-Tolerant Rice Variety to Combat Food Insecurity

In a groundbreaking development for agriculture, Chinese researchers have successfully introduced a new salt-tolerant rice variety known as “sea rice.” This innovative crop can be cultivated in coastal regions where traditional rice farming has faced significant challenges due to saline conditions. By crossbreeding wild rice with modern high-yield varieties, scientists have created a robust cro...

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Cambodia Welcomes 5 New Investment Projects Worth USD 46 Million

The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has announced the registration of five new investment projects with a total capital of approximately USD 46 million. These projects will be established across three provinces: Kandal, Preah Sihanouk, and Kampong Thom. His Excellency Chea Vuthy, Secretary General of the Cambodia Investment Committee, highlighted that these initiatives are poised ...

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Two Institutions Unite to Bolster Cambodia’s Rural Economy

In a significant move to enhance local enterprises and support the rural economy, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries has joined forces with the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The event took place as part of the Program for Supporting Rural Economy and Trade in Agricultural Products (ASPIRE-AT). The MoU aims to strengthen the capac...

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Integrated Logistics Asia Eyes Investment in Cambodia’s Expanding Logistics Sector

In a significant move, Integrated Logistics Asia, KLN, a prominent Hong Kong-based company, has expressed its intention to invest in Cambodia's burgeoning logistics sector. This comes at a time when the industry is witnessing rapid growth and emerging as a vital investment hub for the future. During a recent meeting held in Hong Kong, Mr. Samuel Lau, Managing Director of Integrated Logistics As...

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Jardine Matheson Eyes Investment Opportunities in Cambodia’s Real Estate Sector

In a significant move, Hong Kong-based Jardine Matheson has announced its intention to deepen its investment in Cambodia’s burgeoning real estate market. The announcement follows a recent meeting between H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and Mr. Elton Chan, Director of Jardine Matheson, held on September 11, 2025. Du...

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Sino Group Plans Mobile Hospital Initiative in Cambodia

Sino Group, a prominent healthcare and real estate company based in Hong Kong, is exploring new investment opportunities in Cambodia, including the establishment of a mobile hospital aimed at enhancing healthcare access for remote communities. During a meeting held on September 11, 2025, His Excellency Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Developmen...

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Cambodia’s Rice Exports Surge, Raking in Nearly USD 350 Million in 8 Months

In an impressive display of agricultural prowess, Cambodia has earned approximately USD 348.18 million from the export of nearly 473,000 tons of rice in the first eight months of 2025. This significant achievement was reported by the Cambodian Rice Federation on August 10, 2025. From January to August, 51 rice exporting companies facilitated the shipment of 472,803 tons of rice to 66 different ...

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