Beijing Invests US$42bn to Revive Struggling Real Estate Sector, but Analysts Warn Insufficient
In a bold move to stabilise the struggling property market, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) is establishing a nationwide program offering a staggering 300 billion yuan (US$41.5 billion) in loans, as reported by CNN, 17 May 2024. Industry experts estimate this initial injection could ultimately translate into 500 billion yuan (US$69 billion) worth of […]
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AMRO Forecasts Cambodia’s Economy to Grow 5.6% in 2024 and 5.9% by 2025
The ASEAN + 3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) recently released a positive outlook for Cambodia’s economy, predicting a growth rate of 5.6% in 2024 and 5.9% in 2025. This upward trend signifies a significant improvement compared to the 5% growth recorded in 2023, according to AMRO press release on 23 May 2024. Garment Sector & […]
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Cambodian Real Estate Sector Maintains Stability Amidst Tensions in Q1 2024
The first quarter of 2024 has seen the Cambodian real estate sector maintaining a stable trajectory, with no significant shifts in tension but also no substantial new growth. According to the latest Market Insights Q1 2024 report by CBRE Research, published on 11 April 2024, the office building sector recorded an occupancy rate of 62.2%, […]
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Funan Techo Canal Development: Shifting Economic Currents in Southeast Asia
The ambitious Funan Techo Canal project aims to forge a direct link between the Phnom Penh Autonomous Port and the seaport of Kep province through a monumental canal—the largest in Cambodian history. With dimensions boasting a width of 100 metres and a depth of 5.4 metres, the canal is primed to accommodate cargo ships of […]
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Vietnam’s Central Bank Affirms No Interest Rate Hike in 2024
In a pivotal announcement, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) declared its stance on interest rates for the year 2024, affirming a commitment to maintain current policy rates. SBV Deputy Governor Dao Minh Tu addressed the Vietnam Plus during a press conference on 3 January, outlining the central bank’s strategic approach to economic support. Deputy […]
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Hong Kong Economists Predict Global Economic Inflation to Remain Stagnant at 10% in 2024
As the world steps into 2024, the global economy finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with a delicate balance of risks that could shape the trajectory of the year. Schroders, in their insightful analysis on 1 February 2024, sheds light on a nuanced economic landscape, hinting at potential challenges and opportunities. Schroders underscores a notable […]
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World Bank Outlines Key Reforms to Elevate Cambodia to Upper-Middle-Income Status, Government Affirms Implementation Progress
Proclaiming the government’s dedication, Prime Minister Hun Manet has said, “The government steadfastly adheres to its commitment in realizing the aspiration of becoming an upper-middle-income country by 2030 and ultimately achieving a high-income country by 2050.” His unwavering commitment was underscored during a poignant address at the Cambodia Development Resource Institute conference in November. As […]
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Cambodia’s Economic Odyssey: Anticipated 6.4% Growth in 2024
The economic landscape of Cambodia is poised for robust expansion, with the National Bank of Cambodia forecasting a growth rate of approximately 6.4% in 2024. This optimistic projection, surpassing the 5.5% estimate for 2023, hinges on key sectors such as tourism, manufacturing, agriculture, and construction. In its comprehensive report on the economic and banking sector […]
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While China-Western Trade Tension Increases, China-ASEAN Trade Increases, with US$616bn Surge Projected
In the face of persistent trade tensions and escalating barriers between China and the West, a new analysis by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) forecasts a substantial surge in trade between China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). According to a zawya.com report on 9 January 2024, this burgeoning economic partnership is poised to […]
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HE Sok Siphana: China to Increase Investment with Cambodia in 2024
A promising outlook for Cambodia-China economic and trade cooperation in 2024 has been painted by Sok Siphana, senior minister and Chairman Emeritus of the Board of Directors of the Asian Vision Institute. Mr Sok envisions a year of deeper collaboration, emphasising that the steadily increasing bilateral trade and investment volumes between the two nations will […]
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