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Cambodia Sees Over 30% Increase in Steel Imports in Early 2024
- 10 June 2024
In the first four months of 2024, Cambodia imported iron and steel worth approximately US$168 million, marking a significant 30.6% increase from the US$129 million recorded during the same period in 2023. This data was reported by the General Department of Customs and Excise on 21 May 2024. The increase in imports extends beyond iron and steel alone. Iron and steel products saw a notable surge,...
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Cambodia’s Trade Volume Hits US$17bn in First Five Months of 2024, Down 10%
- 7 June 2024
In the first five months of 2024, Cambodia's trade volume reached approximately US$17 billion, marking a 10% decrease compared to the same period in 2023. This decline, reported by HE Sok Sopheak, Secretary of State and spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce, was attributed to sluggish overseas consumer markets and inflation in buyer countries. The data was sourced from AKP on 4 June 2024. T...
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SHV Autonomous Port Generates Over US$35m in Four Months, Up 24%
- 5 June 2024
In the first four months of 2024, Sihanoukville Autonomous Port earned over US$35 million from its import and export operations, handling more than 3 million tons of goods. This marks a significant 24.40% revenue increase compared to the same period in 2023. This data was reported by Mr. Thai Rithy, Deputy Director General of Sihanoukville Autonomous Port Corporation, on 5 June 2024. Mr. Rithy ...
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Cambodia & Turkey Agree to Boost Bilateral Trade to US$1bn
- 4 June 2024
Cambodia and Turkey have committed to enhancing their bilateral trade to US$1 billion in the near future. This agreement was announced in a press release by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on 30 May 2024. During a two-day visit to Turkey, Cambodian Foreign Minister Sok Chenda Sophea aimed to broaden cooperation across various sectors and implement agreements made b...
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Nine-Month Leadership Boosts Cambodia’s Economy to 6%, Tops ASEAN
- 4 June 2024
Under the nine-month leadership of the Cambodian government’s seventh mandate, the Cambodian economy is projected to grow by approximately 6% in 2024, making it the fastest-growing economy in ASEAN and the third in Asia post-COVID-19. This announcement was made by Pen Bona, Minister Delegate to the Prime Minister and a government spokesman, during a recent press conference on 21 May 2024. The 6...
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Beijing Invests US$42bn to Revive Struggling Real Estate Sector, but Analysts Warn Insufficient
- 29 May 2024
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 credit. This significant financial stimulus...
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AMRO Forecasts Cambodia’s Economy to Grow 5.6% in 2024 and 5.9% by 2025
- 28 May 2024
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 & Exports Fuelling Growth AMRO's chief economist, Jinho Ch...
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Japan’s Exports Surge in Value 8.3%, Led by Autos and Chips, Despite Volume Decline 3.2%
- 27 May 2024
Japan's export value surged by 8.3% to reach 8.9 trillion yen (US$57 billion) in late April, marking the fifth straight month of growth, according to official data released by the Japanese Ministry of Finance on Wednesday. However, export volume saw a decline of 3.2% compared to the previous year, as reported by NikkeiAsia on 11 May 2024. Economic Implications of Diverging Export Metrics The...
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Cambodia Prepares Strategic Budget Plan 2025 to Weather Global Economic Headwinds
- 20 May 2024
The Cambodian government is taking proactive measures to safeguard its economic stability in the face of a challenging global economic climate. On 13 May 2024, Circular No. 06. US was issued, outlining the development of a strategic budget plan for 2025-2027, alongside a draft law on financial management specifically for 2025. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to enhancing ex...
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Asian Countries Do business with China, Lose More Than Profit, but Still Cannot Leave China
- 19 May 2024
In a significant turn of events, the United States has surpassed China as the premier export destination for South Korea and Taiwan, marking a pivotal shift in Asia's trade landscape. This development, observed in December, underscores a broader trend where Asian economies are exporting less to China as a percentage of their total exports, while simultaneously importing more from the economic gian...
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