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ខ្មែរ Economic and finance
Kratie Province Sees Growth in Employment and Economic Development
- 5 September 2025
As of September 2025, Kratie province boasts a total of 243 factories and enterprises, generating nearly 19,400 jobs for local residents. This significant achievement was highlighted during a meeting between HE Heng Sotha, Deputy Governor of Kratie, and the Indonesian Ambassador to Cambodia. During the meeting, HE Heng Sotha emphasized the diverse economic landscape of Kratie. The province is h...
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Ten Chinese Tourism Enterprises Seek Investment Opportunities in Cambodia
- 4 September 2025
In an exciting development for Cambodia's tourism sector, ten prominent Chinese tourism enterprises have expressed interest in exploring investment opportunities within the country. During a recent meeting held on August 30, 2025, His Excellency Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism, engaged with representatives from these leading firms to discuss potential collaborations aimed at enhancing tourism betwee...
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Cambodia and Vietnam Strengthen Trade Relations with Focus on Cassava Exports
- 3 September 2025
In a significant move to enhance trade partnerships, Cambodia and Vietnam have pledged to bolster business ties, particularly in promoting Cambodian cassava exports to the Vietnamese market. This commitment emerged from a recent visit led by His Excellency Va Rutsan, Secretary of State for Commerce, alongside representatives from the Cambodian Cassava Federation, during their trip to Ho Chi Minh C...
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Cambodia’s International Trade Volume Surges to Over USD 36 Billion in First 7 Months of 2025
- 2 September 2025
In a significant boost to its economy, Cambodia's international trade volume has surpassed USD 36 billion in the first seven months of 2025, marking a robust increase of 16.5% compared to the same period in 2024. This remarkable growth is highlighted in a recent report from the General Department of Customs and Excise. The report reveals that Cambodia's exports to major global markets reached o...
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China Evergrande Faces Delisting as Property Crisis Deepens
- 31 August 2025
China Evergrande Group, once the country’s top property developer, is set to be delisted from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, marking a significant point in China's ongoing real estate crisis. The company's monumental collapse, which has amassed over USD 300 billion in liabilities, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of excessive debt-fueled expansion. Evergrande, celebrated for its record-...
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China Advances Port Expansion in Brunei Amid US-China Trade Tensions
- 29 August 2025
China is accelerating its trade ties with Southeast Asia through a significant port upgrade at Muara, Brunei’s largest port. The expansion project, led by a state-owned Chinese company, aims to boost the port's capacity to 500,000 TEUs and is expected to be completed by the end of 2027, with an investment of approximately USD 278 million. As the US-China trade war intensifies, Southeast Asia ha...
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Ministry of Economy Lowers Cambodia’s Growth Forecast for 2025
- 26 August 2025
In a significant update, the Ministry of Economy and Finance has revised its economic growth forecast for Cambodia from 6.3% to 5% for the year 2025. This adjustment was revealed in a report detailing the budget's first half implementation and the assessment of financial management laws for the upcoming year. The downgrade comes in response to a challenging economic backdrop characterized by a ...
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Cambodia and COFCO Forge New Trade Partnership for Dried Cassava Exports to China
- 25 August 2025
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...
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Cambodia’s Air Cargo Transport Soars Nearly 30% in Early 2025
- 23 August 2025
Cambodia's aviation sector is on a remarkable trajectory, showcasing significant growth in both air passenger numbers and cargo transport in the first seven months of 2025. According to His Excellency Sin Chansereyvutha, spokesperson for the Civil Aviation Authority, the country experienced a nearly 30% surge in air cargo transport, alongside a 16% increase in air passenger traffic. Between Jan...
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Cambodia Makes Historic Agricultural Export to Australia
- 21 August 2025
In a significant milestone for bilateral trade, Cambodia has successfully exported five major agricultural products to Australia for the first time, totaling 12 tonnes. This landmark shipment signifies the growing economic cooperation between the two nations and aims to expand Cambodia's export portfolio. The inauguration ceremony for this historic export took place on August 14, 2025, and was ...
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