Cambodia Approves 7 New Investment Projects Worth USD 1.3 Billion

The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has approved seven new investment projects with a total capital of approximately USD 1.3 billion, according to the “Single Entry-Exit Meeting” of the Cambodia Investment Committee held on October 9, 2025.

His Excellency Chea Vuthy, Secretary-General of the Cambodia Investment Committee, stated that the new projects are expected to generate around 8,300 jobs nationwide.

The approved investments span five industrial sectors — including the manufacturing of machinery and secondary materials from metals and plastics, metal processing, fabric and yarn production, home decoration materials, and the sewing of clothing, bags, pet apparel, accessories, and jewelry.

In addition to industrial projects, two major infrastructure projects have also been endorsed: the establishment of a 221-bed hospital and polyclinic, and the construction and operation of the Funan Techo Canal.

These seven projects will be located across Phnom Penh, Kandal, Kampong Speu, Takeo, Kampot, and Kep provinces.

According to the CDC, Cambodia approved a total of 546 new investment projects during the first nine months of 2025, representing nearly USD 8 billion in investment capital and the potential creation of about 37,000 jobs. (Read more) 

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