Saudi Arabia and Cambodia Strengthen Investment Ties Across Key Sectors

In a significant move towards enhancing bilateral relations, Cambodia and Saudi Arabia have pledged to expand investment cooperation in various key sectors. The commitment was articulated during a meeting between Prime Minister Hun Manet and His Excellency Abdullah Bin Mohammed Bin Ibrahim Al-Sheikh, Speaker of the Saudi Arabian Parliament, on July 2, 2025. During the meeting, His Excellency Al...

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China Announces Expansion of Investment in Cambodia with Medical Glove Factory

In a significant move to bolster its investment footprint in Cambodia, China’s Shijiazhuang Hongray Group Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of medical gloves and personal protective equipment (PPE), has announced plans to establish a new factory aimed at increasing production capacity for export markets. During a recent meeting held on July 4, 2025, between H.E. Chea Wutty, Secretary General of...

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Techo International Airport Construction Completes First Phase, Set to Open in 2025

The Cambodian government has announced the successful completion of the first phase of construction for the Techo International Airport, located in Takhmao City, Kandal Province, and Takeo Province. The airport is on track for its official opening scheduled for September 9, 2025. In a recent meeting held by the technical working group, Dr. Mao Havannal, Minister in charge of the State Secretari...

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New Rural Roads Construction Commences in Cambodia to Boost Eco-Tourism

The Cambodian government has officially broken ground on three new rural roads in Teuk Phos district, Kampong Chhnang province. This initiative marks a significant step in enhancing the country’s rural infrastructure and supporting eco-tourism, with a total length of 41.10 kilometers planned for the new roads. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by His Excellency Chhay Rithsen, Minister of...

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Phnom Penh Autonomous Port Sees Significant Revenue Growth in Early 2025

The Phnom Penh Autonomous Port has reported a remarkable financial performance in the first five months of 2025, with revenue exceeding USD 17.5 million, marking a notable increase of 22% compared to the same period last year. According to an unaudited press release issued by the port authority, the total revenue for this period reached USD 17,526,054. The port's success is driven by robust ope...

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Cambodia and Korea Collaborate to Enhance Trade and Investment Cooperation

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 Cam...

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Major Progress in Prek O’Damrey Kres-Prek Thmey Irrigation Expansion Project

The ambitious project to expand the Prek O’Damrey Kres-Prek Thmey irrigation system has reached an impressive milestone, achieving approximately 95% of its targeted capacity. This significant progress was confirmed during a recent inspection by His Excellency Chan Yuttha, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology. Key developments in the project include: Restora...

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Cambodia’s Special Economic Zones Drive Export Growth and Employment

Cambodia's special economic zones (SEZs) are proving to be pivotal in boosting the nation’s export capacity, contributing to more than 23% of total exports. As of 2024, the country boasts 44 SEZs, which are instrumental in enhancing domestic product exports, with projections estimating their contribution to total exports could reach between 23%-25% from 2022 to 2024. Dr. Sar Shinira, Deputy Sec...

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Bridge Construction Over Bassac River Progresses Steadily

The construction of the bridge spanning the Bassac River between Chak Angre Krom and Prek Pra is taking shape, with the project now 36% complete, according to a recent report from the Ministry of Public Works and Transport. As of mid-June 2025, significant strides have been made on the bridge. The overall impact resolution process is nearing completion, with 98% of the necessary arrangements fi...

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Vietnamese Investors Show Strong Interest in Cambodia: 150 Companies Ready to Invest

In a significant move to strengthen bilateral economic ties, approximately 150 Vietnamese companies have expressed keen interest in investing in Cambodia. This development was highlighted during a meeting on 10 June 2025, between HE Nguyen Minh Vu, the Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia, and HE Binh Trachhai, the Minister of Planning. Ambassador Nguyen noted that the ongoing economic and trade c...

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