Cambodia and Korea Collaborate to Enhance Trade and Investment Cooperation

• Sommana Yan
• 1 July 2025
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In a significant move to bolster bilateral ties, Cambodia and Korea have engaged in a series of discussions aimed at identifying effective strategies to overcome challenges in trade and investment cooperation. The 2nd Cambodia-Korea Public-Private Dialogue took place on June 25, 2025, led by H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, alongside H.E. Park Jung Wook, the Korean Ambassador to Cambodia.

The event brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from the Korea Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), and the Korean Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (KOCHAM), as well as various members of the private sector.

During the discussions, Korean investors in Cambodia highlighted existing challenges to their ventures, creating a platform for dialogue aimed at fostering solutions. This initiative aims to enhance economic ties, build trust within the South Korean business community, and attract an increased investment flow into Cambodia.

Ambassador Park expressed optimism about the outcome of the dialogue, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing investor concerns. He reiterated the joint commitment to improving Cambodia’s investment climate and expanding the footprint of Korean enterprises within the country. “Through forums like this, we can reinforce our bilateral cooperation,” he stated.

The dialogue coincided with the “Korea Brand and Entertainment Expo 2025,” held in Cambodia on June 20-21, which attracted 5,360 visitors, including 55 Korean companies and 138 buyers. Officials hailed this event as the largest Korean trade show in Cambodia to date, showcasing the untapped potential of the Cambodian market.

Both countries are optimistic that continued dialogue and collaborative efforts will lead to a prosperous future for trade and investment relations, paving the way for mutual growth and enhanced economic partnerships.

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