Business and Market
Cambodia Set to Make Waves in Cashew Production in 2024
In an exciting development for the agricultural sector, Cambodia produced an impressive 850,000 tons of cashew nuts in 2024, marking a remarkable 26% increase compared to last year. The news comes from the Cambodian Cashew Association, highlighting the nation’s growing prominence in the global market. With exports projected to exceed USD 1.1 billion, the cashew […]
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Kampot Tourism Port, in Collaboration with Virak Buntham, Launches High-Speed Boat Service in Cambodia
The Kampot International Tourist Port, operated by KITP Development Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of AZ Group, has partnered with Virak Buntham to offer high-speed boat services to neighboring countries. This partnership was formalized during a signing ceremony held on 6 January 2025. According to Virak Buntham, the collaboration aims to attract 500,000 national and international […]
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Cambodia’s Cement Industry Surges with Over USD 1.2 Billion Investment
In a landmark development for Cambodia’s economic landscape, the nation’s cement industry has reached an impressive production level worth over USD 1.2 billion, catering to both domestic needs and export markets. This announcement was made during a pivotal meeting between Prime Minister Samdech Hun Manet and Mr. Ratchayut Kasemchaisiri, Chairman of the Cement Industry Association […]
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Cambodia Earn Nearly USD 50 Million from Tourist Ticket Sales in 2024
In an exciting development for Cambodia’s tourism sector, the country generated close to USD 50 million from ticket sales for its iconic sites—Angkor, Koh Ker, and various boat rides—over the course of 2024. According to a comprehensive report released by the Angkor Institute on January 1, 2025, Cambodia collected a remarkable total of USD 48,950,354 […]
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Cambodia’s Trade Volume Soars to Over USD 50 Billion in 2024, Marking a 15.95% Growth
Cambodia’s trade volume exceeded USD 50 billion in the first 11 months of 2024, reflecting a substantial growth of 15.95% compared to the same period in 2023, as the Ministry of Commerce reported recently in December 2024. This remarkable achievement underscores the nation’s robust economic progress and increasing integration into global trade networks. Exports reached […]
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Asia Pacific Real Estate Forecast 2025: Navigating Challenges with Resilience & Opportunity
The Asia Pacific real estate market is poised for steady growth in 2025, buoyed by easing global interest rates and projected regional GDP growth of 4.4%, despite persistent challenges such as China’s ongoing property market struggles and geopolitical tensions. the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank confirmed these growth projections in their recent regional […]
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Cambodia Eyes Potential to Expand World-class Integrated Resorts Market, with 87 Casinos Currently Operating
Cambodia is advancing plans to expand its casino industry by developing world-class integrated resorts (IRs) and implementing attractive tax policies to entice investors. The announcement was made on 10 December 2024 by Khim Oudam, Deputy Director of Licensing at Cambodia’s Commercial Gambling Management Commission (CGMC), during remarks to GGRAsia. The country’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) […]
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Sixteen U.S. Investment Firms Explore Cambodia’s Technology, Agro-Industry & Education Sectors
In a major boost to Cambodia’s economic landscape, 16 leading U.S. investment companies visited Cambodia from 9 to 13 December 2024 to explore investment opportunities in technology, agro-industry, and education—sectors poised for significant growth. The delegation’s visit, marked by high-level meetings with government officials and business leaders, highlights Cambodia’s rising profile as an attractive investment […]
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Hong Leong Manufacturing Group Plans Major Investment Expansion in Cambodia
Hong Leong Manufacturing Group (HLMG), a prominent multinational conglomerate, has announced plans to expand its investment footprint in Cambodia, targeting key sectors including real estate, automotive parts, and manufacturing. The announcement came following a meeting between Datuk Kwek Leng San, Chairman of HLMG, and Samdech Hun Manet, PM of Cambodia. During the discussion, Datuk Kwek […]
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Vietnamese Investors Inject Over USD 557 Million into Cambodia in 11 Months of 2024
Vietnamese investors have poured an impressive USD 557 million into Cambodia during the first 11 months of 2024, positioning Vietnam as the third-largest source of foreign investment in the country. This milestone was announced by HE Chea Vuthy, Secretary General of the Cambodian Investment Board (CIB) at the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), […]
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