Surge 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...

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Malaysia Urges Strengthening Intra-ASEAN Trade Amid Global Uncertainty

Malaysia is taking active steps to bolster economic ties within the ASEAN bloc, aiming to enhance intra-regional trade as a cornerstone for regional stability and growth. In an address last Thursday, Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan emphasized the importance of reducing reliance on traditional external trading partners, especially in the face of growing global uncertainty. De...

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Cambodia-UAE Trade Surges to Nearly USD 50 Million in Early 2025

In a promising development for economic relations, Cambodia and the United Arab Emirates have reported a significant rise in bilateral trade, reaching approximately USD 47 million in the first half of 2025. The announcement was made during the opening ceremony of the second promotional workshop on the benefits of the Cambodia-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on August 11, 20...

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Cambodia’s Rice Exports Showcase Remarkable Growth in 2025

In a significant boost to its agricultural sector, Cambodia reported impressive rice export figures in the first seven months of 2025. The country earned over USD 300 million from exporting more than 420,000 tons of rice, highlighting the growing importance of this staple in the Cambodian economy. According to a report released by the Cambodian Rice Federation on August 7, 2025, the nation expo...

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Svay Rieng Province: A Hub of Economic Growth and Development

In a recent seminar on the governance of financial institutions held on August 7, 2025, Mr. Sok Ros, Deputy Governor of Svay Rieng Province, highlighted the impressive economic landscape of the region. Svay Rieng Province is currently home to 12 special economic zones and 1,034 factories and enterprises, establishing it as a significant player in Cambodia's industrial and economic development. ...

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National Bank of Cambodia Reports Economic Growth of 5.9% in H1 2025

The National Bank of Cambodia has released a report indicating that the nation’s economy grew by an impressive 5.9% in the first half of 2025, despite ongoing external uncertainties that could impact economic stability. The NBC's report highlights the robust performance of key sectors, particularly manufacturing, tourism, and agriculture, which have contributed significantly to this growth. The...

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Cambodia and Singapore Unite to Bolster Trade and Investment Ties

In a significant step toward enhancing bilateral relations, the Singapore Business Federation recently convened with Cambodia's Ministry of Commerce to strengthen business connections and promote investment opportunities. The meeting took place on July 29, 2025, between HE Cham Nimal, the Minister of Commerce, and Mr. Soo Wei Chieh, Executive Director of International Business and Head of Delegati...

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Cambodia Sets Ambitious Goal to Train 2,200 Tourism Professionals by 2024

Cambodia is poised to enhance its tourism industry as it aims to train around 2,200 professionals to meet ASEAN standards by the year 2024. This initiative, which includes the recognition of prior learning qualifications, was highlighted during a regional workshop titled “Building the Capacity of ASEAN Focal Points Assessors on the Guidelines for the Recognition of Prior Learning of ASEAN Tourism ...

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Cambodia’s Construction Sector Sees Import Surge: A 35.6% Increase in First Half of 2025

In a significant boost for the construction industry, Cambodia invested over USD 1.24 billion in construction materials during the first half of 2025. This marks a remarkable 35.6% increase compared to the same period last year, when imports totaled approximately USD 915 million. The Ministry of Commerce’s latest report highlights this surge as a reflection of the robust economic activity within t...

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Cambodia and China Strengthen Ties to Enhance Industrial Cooperation

In a significant move to bolster bilateral relations, Cambodia and China have committed to enhancing cooperation in production and supply chains. This strategic partnership aims to foster industrialization and stimulate economic, trade, and investment collaboration between the two nations. The announcement followed the inaugural meeting of the Cambodia-China Investment and Economic Cooperation ...

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