India Eyes Technological Investment with Proposed Cambodia-India Special Economic Zone

• 23 February 2024
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India has signaled its interest in establishing a Cambodia-India Special Economic Zone, concentrating on fundamental technology investment projects. This strategic move comes in the wake of active involvement from Japan and the United Kingdom, both actively engaged in establishing their economic footprints in Cambodia.

During a courtesy call and discussions held on 21 February 2024, HE Dr Devyani Uttam Khobragade, Ambassador of the Republic of India to Cambodia, expressed India’s keenness to explore the establishment of a dedicated economic zone in Cambodia. The primary focus of this proposed zone would be on core technology investment projects, aligning with Cambodia’s collaborative efforts with Japan and the United Kingdom in similar initiatives.

The meeting, held with HE Sun Chanthol, First Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, aimed to delve into bilateral cooperation. Key topics on the agenda included India’s support for infrastructure development projects and the facilitation of direct flights from India to Cambodia.

The discussions also delved into avenues to reinforce the Cambodia-India Free Trade Agreement, with a shared commitment to strengthening diplomatic and trade ties between the two nations.

HE Dr Devyani Uttam Khobragade, during the meeting, conveyed her interest and vision for a Cambodia-India Special Economic Zone, placing technology investment projects at its core. This strategic move reflects India’s strategic observation of Japan and the United Kingdom’s proactive involvement in Cambodia’s economic landscape.

Japan has recently explored plans to establish a special economic zone, aiming to attract increased Japanese investments to Cambodia. Concurrently, the United Kingdom has sought collaboration with Cambodia on the creation of a “Green Special Economic Zone,” contributing to global environmental protection initiatives. As the dynamics of economic collaboration evolve, Cambodia stands at the forefront of fostering innovative partnerships with global players. Stay tuned for further developments in this transformative initiative. (Read more and more)

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