Companies Raise USD 475 Million in Capital Markets, Promising Growth Ahead
As of February this year, listed companies in Cambodia have successfully raised a total of USD 475 million from the capital market, according to H.E. Hong Sok Hour, CEO of the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX). During his address at the ACLEDA Bank subordinated bond listing ceremony on February 24, H.E. Hong announced that CSX currently […]
USAID’s Withdrawal Paves the Way for China’s Expanding Influence in Cambodia and ASEAN
The abrupt freezing of USAID funding under the Trump administration has halted vital infrastructure and development projects across Southeast Asia, leaving a geopolitical vacuum that China is poised to fill. With USAID’s cessation, critical services in Cambodia—including healthcare, education, and demining efforts—face significant disruption. The United States, which allocated nearly USD 68 billion in foreign […]
Cambodia Government Facilitates Import Exemptions for Construction Projects
In a significant move to boost investment in the construction sector, the Cambodian government has announced a new procedure to exempt imports of construction materials from customs duties, special taxes, and state-paid value-added tax. This initiative targets investment projects registered with the Capital-Provincial Investment Subcommittee and is detailed in Inter-Ministerial Prakas No. 070 S.H.O.P.R.K, issued […]
Philippines Investors Eye Cambodian Rice Imports
In a significant step towards bolstering agricultural trade, Arvin International Marketing Inc., a leading Philippines company, has expressed a keen interest in importing high-quality rice from Cambodia. This announcement follows a meeting between Her Excellency Chamnimol, Cambodia’s Minister of Commerce, and Mrs Azucena L. Yao, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Arvin International, held […]
Cambodia’s Stone Processing Industry Flourishes with USD 90 Million Revenue in 2024
In a noteworthy development for Cambodia’s economy, the stone processing sector has emerged as a significant contributor, generating an impressive USD 90 million in revenue in 2024. This remarkable achievement highlights the industry’s growth potential and its critical role in the national budget. As the Ministry of Information reported on February 16, 2025, Cambodia currently […]
Cambodia’s Small and Medium Enterprises Flourish in 2024
In a promising development for Cambodia’s economy, the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation has reported significant growth in the country’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the industrial sector. As of 2024, nearly 1,300 SMEs have registered, indicating a robust entrepreneurial spirit within the nation. According to the recent report on the ministry’s […]