Inter-Ministerial Cooperation Bolsters Support for Private Sector as Engine of National Economic Growth

• Proeksa Meas
• 1 April 2026
• Local News
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Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol urges proactive collaboration across government bodies to transform investment challenges into strategic opportunities

The Royal Government of Cambodia has intensified its efforts to refine the nation’s investment climate through a high-level inter-ministerial initiative aimed at addressing the evolving challenges faced by the private sector. This renewed commitment was the focal point of a strategic meeting held on March 25, 2026, where officials convened to review progress on the “sharp reform measures” originally introduced during the 19th Government-Private Sector Forum for the second half of 2025.

The session was led by His Excellency Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). In his capacity as Chairman of the Coordination Committee for the Government-Private Sector Forum mechanism, the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that the private sector remains the primary engine driving Cambodia’s economic expansion. He reaffirmed that the government is dedicated to maintaining an open dialogue, actively listening to investor concerns, and implementing practical, timely solutions to maintain a vibrant business environment.

Throughout the discussion, the progress of various reform packages was evaluated to ensure that the mandates established in previous forums are being met with concrete actions. By streamlining administrative processes and addressing structural bottlenecks, the government aims to increase the ease of doing business and enhance Cambodia’s attractiveness to both local and international investors.

In his closing remarks, Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol called upon all relevant ministries and institutions to maintain a spirit of close and proactive cooperation. He stressed that a unified governmental approach is essential for identifying bottlenecks early and transforming potential obstacles into new avenues for development. This collaborative strategy is intended to ensure that the private sector can continue to operate efficiently and contribute significantly to the sustainable socio-economic progress of the Kingdom.

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