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Cambodia Welcomes Nearly 70,000 Malaysian Tourists in First Eight Months of 2025, Marking a 10% Increase
- 1 October 2025
In a positive trend for the tourism sector, Cambodia welcomed nearly 70,000 Malaysian tourists in the first eight months of 2025, reflecting a nearly 10% increase compared to the same period last year. The announcement came from the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism via their official Facebook page on September 29, 2025. The upsurge in Malaysian visitors comes as part of a broader initiative associ...
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Billionaire Peter Lim’s Thomson Medical Unveils Ambitious $4.3 Billion Mixed-Use Project in Malaysia
- 30 September 2025
In a groundbreaking development that promises to reshape Malaysia's urban landscape, billionaire entrepreneur Peter Lim, founder of Thomson Medical, has announced plans for a massive $4.3 billion mixed-use project. This ambitious initiative aims to blend residential, commercial, and medical facilities, reflecting Lim's commitment to enhancing the quality of life in the region. Located in a prim...
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ASEAN Secretary-General Pledges Stronger Support for Cambodia’s Tourism Growth
- 30 September 2025
In a significant boost for Cambodia’s tourism sector, ASEAN Secretary-General H.E. Kao Kim Hourn has endorsed a proposal from the Ministry of Tourism, outlining five strategic initiatives to enhance tourism quality across the region. The announcement followed a meeting with H.E. Huot Hak, Cambodia’s Minister of Tourism, in Malaysia. Both leaders highlighted Cambodia’s growing role in advancing ...
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Cambodia Welcomes Over 4 million International Tourists in First Eight Months of 2025
- 29 September 2025
In a remarkable boost for the tourism sector, Cambodia welcomed over 4 million international tourists in the first eight months of 2025, accompanied by a staggering 17.28 million domestic travelers. This marks an impressive increase of nearly 53% compared to the same period last year. Prime Minister Hun Sen shared these encouraging statistics on World Tourism Day, celebrated annually on September ...
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Southeast Asia Faces Condo Oversupply: A Challenge for Property Developers in Three Nations
- 28 September 2025
In a striking development within the Southeast Asian real estate sector, developers across three nations are grappling with a significant oversupply of condominium units. This trend is raising concerns about market sustainability and future investment potential in a region once seen as a growing haven for property development. Countries like Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines are at the fo...
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Cambodia and Japan Strengthen Tourism Ties Amid Rising Visitor Numbers
- 27 September 2025
The Ministry of Tourism of Cambodia welcomed a delegation from Japan’s Aichi Prefecture and leading Japanese private companies this week, aiming to deepen cooperation and boost tourism exchange between the two nations. Discussions centered on diversifying tourism markets, expanding promotional activities, and exploring the possibility of direct flight connections to further increase visitor flo...
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Cambodia’s E-Commerce Projected to Reach USD 1.1 Billion by Year-End
- 20 September 2025
Cambodia’s e-commerce sector is set to achieve a remarkable milestone, with projections indicating that revenue will hit USD 1.1 billion by the end of 2025. This optimistic forecast was unveiled by the Minister of Commerce, Cham Nimal, at the opening of the “2nd Cambodia Digital Trade Forum and Online Exhibition” held on September 12, 2025. The event, themed “Building Cambodia’s Future through Dig...
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China Unveils Breakthrough Salt-Tolerant Rice Variety to Combat Food Insecurity
- 18 September 2025
In a groundbreaking development for agriculture, Chinese researchers have successfully introduced a new salt-tolerant rice variety known as “sea rice.” This innovative crop can be cultivated in coastal regions where traditional rice farming has faced significant challenges due to saline conditions. By crossbreeding wild rice with modern high-yield varieties, scientists have created a robust cro...
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Jardine Matheson Eyes Investment Opportunities in Cambodia’s Real Estate Sector
- 17 September 2025
In a significant move, Hong Kong-based Jardine Matheson has announced its intention to deepen its investment in Cambodia’s burgeoning real estate market. The announcement follows a recent meeting between H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and Mr. Elton Chan, Director of Jardine Matheson, held on September 11, 2025. Du...
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Cambodia’s Rice Exports Surge, Raking in Nearly USD 350 Million in 8 Months
- 16 September 2025
In an impressive display of agricultural prowess, Cambodia has earned approximately USD 348.18 million from the export of nearly 473,000 tons of rice in the first eight months of 2025. This significant achievement was reported by the Cambodian Rice Federation on August 10, 2025. From January to August, 51 rice exporting companies facilitated the shipment of 472,803 tons of rice to 66 different ...
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