Banking Sector Responds to Housing Crisis with Reduced Interest Rates
In a significant move to revitalize the struggling real estate sector, banking and financial institutions in Cambodia have announced a reduction in interest rates on real estate loans. This decision aims to alleviate homebuyers’ financial burden and stimulate industry growth. Starting immediately, home development and real estate interest rates will be cut to 8% annually. […]
Global supply chains are shifting away from China, with Cambodia well-positioned to seize the opportunity
The rapid diversification of manufacturing across Southeast Asia is reshaping global supply chains as the region emerges as a key beneficiary. Chinese companies are increasingly implementing the China Plus One strategy, through which additional manufacturing bases outside China are being established to reduce disruption to domestic supply chains. This strategy, coupled with rising foreign direct […]
SHV Multi-Purpose Economic Zone Targets USD 20 Billion Investment to Transform the Province
Sihanoukville’s ambitious multi-purpose economic zone development project is set to attract over USD 20 billion in investments from private sector investors and international development partners over the next 15 years. This transformative initiative, championed by the Cambodian government, aims to revitalise the province’s economy, elevate local incomes, and establish Sihanoukville as a leading logistics hub […]
SHV Province Enhances Safety with 433 Security Cameras Across 533 Strategic Locations
In a major stride towards improving public safety, Preah Sihanouk Province has successfully installed 433 new security cameras across key strategic locations. This advanced surveillance network, which includes 533 monitoring points throughout Sihanoukville, was unveiled during a press conference led by His Excellency Mang Sineth, Governor of Preah Sihanouk Province, with over 60 journalists in […]
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) […]
Cambodian Gov’t Revives 40 Stalled Buildings in Sihanoukville, 7 Buildings Already Completed
In a significant step towards revitalising Sihanoukville’s economy, the Cambodian government has successfully initiated the reconstruction of 40 out of 101 stalled buildings in the province. This announcement was made recently by Mr Mang Sinet, Governor of the Sihanoukville Provincial Government. The governor attributed this progress to the Sihanoukville Investment Promotion Policy 2024, which offers […]