Investment and Funding
SME Bank Lends US$500m to 3,400 Enterprises in 2023
In 2023, the Small and Medium Enterprise Bank of Cambodia (SME Bank) disbursed loans totalling US$500 million to 3,400 small and medium enterprises, according to a report by the Ministry of Information on 4 July 2024. The SME Bank’s report highlighted that the lending was facilitated through two mechanisms: direct financing projects and co-financing projects […]
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Philippine Investors Eye Expanding Investment Horizons in Cambodia’s Priority Sectors
Philippine investors are exploring new opportunities in Cambodia’s construction and priority sectors, with full ownership in rice production being highlighted as a significant potential investment area. This strategic interest was discussed during a meeting on 8 July 2024 between Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, and Mrs. Flerida Ann Camille P. […]
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France Invests US$600m in Cambodia’s Expanding Sectors
French investment in Cambodia has surged to a combined value of €560 million (approximately US$600 million), significantly impacting the construction, agro-industry, and services sectors, according to a report from the French Embassy to Cambodia on Friday. This announcement was made in conjunction with the signing of the second France Cambodia Business Forum, scheduled from 8 […]
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Royal Group Phnom Penh SEZ Secures Nearly US$10m from Green Bond Listing
Royal Group Phnom Penh SEZ Plc has successfully raised US$9.96 million from its green bond listing on the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX) to fund the construction of a wastewater treatment plant and its infrastructure. The official bond listing ceremony took place on 28 June 2024 at the CSX building, presided over by HE Dr Hean […]
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Vietnamese Investments in Cambodia Reach Nearly US$3bn Across 200+ Projects
Vietnamese investors currently operate 208 projects in Cambodia, with a total registered capital of US$2.91 billion, according to a report from the Vietnamese Embassy. This positions Vietnam among the top 10 countries with the most investment projects in Cambodia. HE Nguyen Huy Taing, Ambassador of Vietnam to Cambodia, highlighted these figures during an interview with […]
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World Bank Allocates US$145m to Enhance Cambodia’s Water Supply Infrastructure
The World Bank has committed US$145 million to Cambodia to support the enhancement of the country’s water supply infrastructure, a project that is expected to benefit over 113,000 people. Funded by the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA), this initiative will be implemented over five years by the Ministry of Water Resources and the Ministry […]
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World Bank Approves US$275m Loan to Bolster Cambodia’s Economic Growth
The World Bank has approved a US$275 million loan package to support Cambodia’s long-term economic growth and resilience. The funding, sourced from the International Development Association (IDA), aims to drive reforms to enhance the competitiveness of the private sector and strengthen the country’s finances to assist the most vulnerable populations. This announcement was made by […]
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Cambodia FDI In 2023: Real Estate Soars to Third Place
As of 2023, foreign direct investment (FDI) in Cambodia surged to 197.8 trillion KHR (US$48.4 billion), marking a 7.9% increase over the previous year. This substantial influx of investment was channelled into key sectors such as financial activities, manufacturing, real estate, accommodation, agriculture, energy, and construction, according to a recent report released on 18 May […]
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Cambodia Secures US$140m in Concessional Loans for Q1 2024 Infrastructure Development
In the first quarter of 2024, the Cambodian government signed new concessional loans worth US$140 million with development partners, marking a year-on-year decrease of 71%. This significant reduction in new loans reflects the latest figures from Cambodia’s Public Debt Situation report issued on Friday, 17 May 2024. Additionally, during Q1 2024, the RGC disbursed US$141 […]
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Dubai Issues Golden Visa: A Luxury House Costs US$24m, Still Cheap for Chinese Buyers
Dubai’s Booming Market and Golden Visa Scheme Lure Investors from Mainland China and Hong Kong Fuelled by a thriving real estate market and a fast-track residency program, Dubai is rapidly becoming a top destination for property investors from mainland China and Hong Kong, according to industry experts. This shift in investor focus comes after years […]
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