Investment and Funding
Cambodia Secures USD 78.81 Million in New Concessional Loans to Boost Economic Growth
In the first quarter of 2025, the Government of Cambodia successfully signed new concessional loans amounting to USD 78.81 million (equivalent to SDR 59.11 million). This funding represents 3% of the total borrowing ceiling allowed under national law, which stands at SDR 2,000 million. According to a report from the Ministry of Economy and Finance […]
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Cambodia’s Port Revenues Surge in Q1 2025
Cambodia’s two major state-owned ports, the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (PAS) and the Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP), have reported impressive revenue growth in the first quarter of 2025, totaling approximately USD 40 million. According to a recently filed report with the Cambodian Securities Exchange, Sihanoukville Autonomous Port, the country’s largest seaport, generated a substantial revenue […]
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Cambodia’s Mining Sector Sees Significant Revenue Growth in 2024
In a notable achievement for Cambodia, the Ministry of Mines and Energy reported nearly USD 100 million in non-tax revenue from the mining sector in 2024, reflecting an impressive increase of approximately 79% compared to the previous year. This growth highlights the country’s expanding mining activities, which now include numerous sites dedicated to both domestic […]
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US Government Explores Financing for Techo International Airport Project
The United States government is evaluating potential financing options for the construction of the Techo International Airport in Takhmao, with the first phase scheduled to open on July 10, 2025. This development was reported by Nikkei Asia on May 16, 2025. According to sources, the U.S. Development Finance Corporation (DFC), an agency under the Department […]
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SchneiTec Dynamic Lists Green Bond Mobilising USD 50 million for Green Energy Development
SchneiTec Dynamic Co., Ltd has listed a green bond on the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX), mobilising USD 50 million for its green energy development project in Cambodia. The Official Green Bond Listing Ceremony was held on 11 April 2025, at the Cambodia Securities Exchange. During the ceremony, HE Sou Socheat, a Delegate of the Government […]
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Cambodia Secures USD 145 Million World Bank Loan to Boost Water Security
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology, alongside the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries, has officially launched the “Improving Cambodia’s Water Security” project, backed by a substantial USD 145 million loan from the World Bank. This initiative aims to enhance water security across the nation, increase agricultural productivity, and strengthen resilience against climate-related […]
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Cambodia Secures USD 40 Million from Green Climate Fund for REDD+ Program
Cambodia has secured USD 40 million from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to advance its national REDD+ program, aimed at reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation. Environment Minister HE Dr. Eang Sophallet made the announcement during a meeting with World Bank Representative Ms. Salimata D. Follea on 26 March 2025. Recognised as a global […]
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Japan Partners with Cambodia to Enhance Water Supply & Environmental Monitoring
In a significant development for Cambodia, the Government of Japan has announced a grant exceeding USD 17 million to support two pivotal projects aimed at improving the country’s water supply system and establishing satellite measurement stations. The funding agreement was formalized during a signing ceremony for the Exchange of Letters held on 25 March. This […]
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Japan Commits Nearly USD 11 Million to Support Cambodia’s Techo Peace Museum Project
In a significant diplomatic move, the Japanese government has granted a total of 1.466 billion yen, approximately USD 11 million, to the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) to bolster two critical projects to enhance mine action capabilities in Cambodia. The announcement was made during a signing ceremony on 20 March 2025. HE Prak Sokhonn, Deputy […]
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Europe Commits Over USD 86 Million to Modernize Cambodian Agriculture
The European Union has announced a significant investment of nearly €80 million (approximately USD 86 million) to transform Cambodia’s agriculture sector and enhance farmers’ access to local and global markets. The agreement was formalised today in Phnom Penh by HE Professor Aun Pornmonirath, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, and Ms Nicola […]
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