Cambodia Takes Bold Step to Embrace Informal Economy with New Digital Registration Platform
In a groundbreaking move to bolster the informal economy, the Royal Government of Cambodia, under the leadership of Prime Minister Hun Manet, has officially launched a digital platform aimed at registering informal economy businesses. Announced on December 16, 2024, this initiative sets forth two primary goals: to enhance awareness of the informal economy’s potential and […]
Rising Debt Concerns in Cambodia’s Real Estate Sector
In a recent roundtable discussion titled “The Debt Situation in Cambodia,” held by the Real Estate and Mortgage Regulatory Authority, significant financial concerns were raised regarding the escalating housing debt in the country. Mr Chou Vannak, the authority’s Director General, revealed that home buyers currently owe around USD 800-USD 900 million in instalment payments through […]
Expert: Dual-Pronged Strategy to Navigate Post-Pandemic Challenges in the ASEAN+3 Property Market
The ASEAN+3 property markets, encompassing ASEAN nations along with China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Korea, are grappling with declining prices and transaction volumes, compounded by financial constraints, surplus inventory, and at-risk developers. These challenges, exacerbated in the Plus-3 economies by stricter financial conditions and diminished buyer confidence, underscore the pressing need for stabilization measures in […]
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport Welcomes 1.3 Million Passengers, Targets 2 Million in 2025
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport has welcomed over 1.3 million passengers in the first 11 months of 2024, with projections set to reach 1.4 million by the end of the year, marking a promising recovery in Cambodia’s tourism and aviation sectors. This milestone was shared by Lu Wei, Chairman of the Board of Directors of […]
ADB Approves USD 50 Million Loan to Boost Cambodia’s MSME Sector
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 50 million loan to enhance Cambodia’s micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), aiming to strengthen the business environment and reduce trade barriers in Southeast Asia. ADB Country Director for Cambodia, Jyotsana Varma, highlighted the MSME’s transformative potential stating: “By fostering the growth of these enterprises, we […]
Daikin Expands Operations in Cambodia, Paving the Way for Industrial Growth
Japanese air conditioning leader Daikin has officially expanded its operations in Cambodia, highlighting the nation’s growing appeal to international investors. The inauguration ceremony, held on 22 November 2024, was presided over by HE Hem Vandy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, who applauded Daikin’s contribution to creating over 100 jobs and its plans for […]