Economy and Finance
ADB Forecasts Sustainable Economic Growth for Cambodia in 2025 & 2026
In a promising outlook for Cambodia’s economy, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) projects a growth rate of 6.1% for 2025 and 6.2% for 2026. The positive forecast, detailed in the Asian Development Outlook released on 9 April, highlights a steady trajectory driven primarily by robust external demand for manufactured goods and the ongoing recovery of […]
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Q1 2025 Sees Total Investment Capital from China to Cambodia Reach 56.23%
In the first quarter of 2025, Chinese investment in Cambodia has reached a remarkable 56.23% of total registered capital, amounting to USD 2.5 billion across 172 ambitious projects. This impressive influx includes six expansions of existing production facilities, which are anticipated to create nearly 120,000 jobs nationwide, significantly contributing to the country’s economic growth. Among […]
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Four Major Companies Plan to Make Further Investments in Cambodia’s Automotive and Electronics Sectors
Four prominent automotive and electronics companies are gearing up to expand their investments in Cambodia, aiming to bolster the nation’s economy. This commitment was announced during a recent study visit by HE Chea Socheat, Deputy Director of the Cabinet of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, on 31 March 2025. During the visit, […]
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Smart Eden Expands Cambodian Product Exports to France
In a significant development for Cambodia’s export market, Smart Eden has announced plans to expand the export of Cambodian products to France, bolstered by a robust distribution network of over 6,000 locations across the country. This major announcement was made during a meeting with HE Hem Vandy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, and […]
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Cambodia Kicks Off 2025 with Impressive Tourism Revenue of Almost USD 20 Million in Ticket Sales
Cambodia is off to a remarkable start in 2025, reporting nearly USD 20 million in tourist ticket sales during the first quarter. According to the Angkor Foundation’s recent report, the country generated a staggering USD 19,532,487 between January and March, with visitors flocking to iconic sites such as Angkor Wat, Koh Ker, Beng Mealea, and […]
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Cambodia’s Star Casino Asset at Centre of Donaco’s USD 55.6 Million Takeover by On Nut Road
Donaco International’s flagship Cambodian asset, the Star Vegas casino and hotel complex in Poipet, is now at the heart of a USD 55.6 million acquisition deal by On Nut Road, a Hong Kong-based special purpose vehicle managed by Argyle Street Management. As part of the takeover, shareholders will receive USD 0.045 in cash per Donaco […]
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Gov’t & Private Sector Join Forces to Boost Local Agricultural Production with MOU
In a major step towards boosting local agricultural production, the Ministry of Commerce has collaborated with six leading feed manufacturers to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote key agricultural products such as red corn, cassava, and other raw materials in Cambodia. This was announced at an MOU signing ceremony by HE Cham Nimal, […]
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IKEA Explores Expansion into the Cambodian Market
Swedish furniture giant IKEA is setting its sights on Cambodia as a potential market for expansion. During a recent meeting, HE Chea Wutthy, Secretary General of the Investment Committee of Cambodia, welcomed an IKEA delegation led by Mr. Giafar Safaverdi, CEO of IKEA Southeast Asia, to discuss investment opportunities in the region. In the meeting, […]
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Cambodian Government Set to Launch Incentive Policy for Domestic Assembly Production
The Government of Cambodia is on the verge of introducing a ground-breaking incentive policy to boost domestic assembly production and significantly reduce imports. Prime Minister Hun Manet announced this initiative during the 2nd annual conference of the Cambodian Oknha Association, where he outlined the government’s 2025 economic plans. The forthcoming policy is designed to encourage […]
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Cambodia’s Trade Surges to USD 9.44 Billion in Early 2025
In a promising start to the year, Cambodia’s international trade volume soared to approximately USD 9.44 billion during the first two months of 2025, marking a remarkable 16.3% increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to a recent report from the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia. Export activities also showed […]
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