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Cambodia and COFCO Forge New Trade Partnership for Dried Cassava Exports to China
In a significant development for agricultural trade, Cambodia and COFCO Biotechnology Co., Ltd. have announced a major initiative to export 500,000 tons of dried cassava to China. This agreement was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on August 21, 2025, during a ceremony attended by key officials from the Ministry of Commerce and a high-level delegation from Guangxi Zhua...
Read MoreSurge in Chinese Tourists Boosts Cambodia’s Tourism in 2025
In a remarkable rebound for its tourism sector, Cambodia welcomed over 53,000 visitors from China in the first seven months of 2025, reflecting a notable 21% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This significant milestone was highlighted by His Excellency Wang Wenbin, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Cambodia, in a Facebook post dated A...
Read MoreCambodia-Malaysia Trade Volume Approached USD 1 Billion by 2024
In a remarkable boost for regional economic ties, Cambodia and Malaysia are on track to achieve nearly USD 1 billion in bilateral trade by 2024. This optimistic projection follows a significant meeting held on August 12, 2025, between the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce and the China-Malaysia Chamber of Commerce, which aimed at strengthening business relations between the two nations. During the ...
Read MoreKampong Thom and Phnom Penh Join Forces for Economic Development
Kampong Thom Province, known for its rich agricultural base, is poised for further economic growth following a significant memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between the provincial administration and the Phnom Penh Administration on August 15, 2025. The agreement aims to foster a bond of friendship and cooperation that will enhance development across various sectors. H.E. Nuon Pharath, Go...
Read MoreCambodia Welcomes 328 New Investment Projects Through Innovative cdcIPM System
Cambodia has seen a significant boost in its investment landscape with the approval of 328 new projects through the Cambodian Investment Project Management System (cdcIPM) after nearly a year of operation. H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), announced this promising development at a training program focused on inves...
Read MoreEurope Commits to Enhancing Connectivity with Direct Flights to Cambodia
In a significant move to boost tourism, the European Union in Cambodia has announced its commitment to encouraging major European airlines to consider establishing direct flights to Cambodia. This initiative aims to attract a growing number of European tourists to the Kingdom. The announcement came during a meeting between H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism, and H.E. Igor Driesmans, Ambassador ...
Read MoreCambodia Sees Impressive USD 30 Million in Ticket Sales from Iconic Tourist Destinations in 2025
Angkor Foundation revealed that Cambodia has generated nearly USD 30 million from ticket sales in just the first seven months of 2025. This impressive revenue, amounting to USD 29,822,758, comes from visitors flocking to the country’s renowned historical sites, including the magnificent Angkor Temple Complex, Koh Ker Temple, Beng Melea Temple, Phnom Kbal Spean, and boat services at Chong Khneas Po...
Read MoreMinistry of Land Management Empowers Commune Chiefs to Certify Documents for Unregistered Land
In a significant move aimed at streamlining land management processes, the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior, has bestowed authority upon commune and sangkat chiefs to certify essential documents related to unregistered land. This decision, encapsulated in Inter-Ministerial Prakas No. 046 Prak/DnS/Mph, emphasizes the impor...
Read MoreMajor Companies Commit to Local Agricultural Products for Animal Feed Production
In a significant boost for Cambodia's agricultural sector, three leading animal feed manufacturers have announced a commitment to purchase local agricultural products, totaling over 100,000 tons annually, to enhance their production chains in the country. The announcement was made during a memorandum of understanding signing ceremony held on August 11, 2025, attended by HE Cham Nimal, the Minis...
Read MoreKandal Province Achieves Significant Milestone in Land Registration
Kandal Province has made substantial progress in its land registration efforts, with authorities registering over 420,000 parcels, representing 57% of the total estimated 858,753 parcels across the region. This achievement was highlighted during a recent ceremony held on August 4, 2025, where property ownership certificates were distributed to residents in 17 villages of Ang Snoul. Mr. Sok Kann...
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