Business and Market
Cambodia Welcomes 328 New Investment Projects Through Innovative cdcIPM System
Cambodia has seen a significant boost in its investment landscape with the approval of 328 new projects through the Cambodian Investment Project Management System (cdcIPM) after nearly a year of operation. H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), announced this promising development at a training program focused on inves...
Read MorePhilippine Business Club Pledges to Enhance Trade Ties with Cambodia
Makati, Philippines – The Makati Business Club has taken significant steps to bolster trade and investment between the Philippines and Cambodia, aiming to foster a more conducive business environment for both nations. This commitment was underscored during a recent meeting on July 31, 2025, between Ms. Eng Sovannjitha, the Cambodian Trade Attaché to the Philippines, and Mr. Rafael A.S.G. Ongpin, E...
Read MoreCambodia 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...
Read MoreCambodian Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurs Unite to Boost SME Development
In a significant move to enhance the landscape for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Cambodia, the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce (CCC) and the Cambodian Entrepreneurs (KE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on July 2, 2025. This collaboration aims to foster a sustainable ecosystem beneficial for entrepreneurs and startups across the nation. During the signing ceremony, Mr. Oknha Ki...
Read MoreChinese Company Eyes Cambodian Agricultural Exports
In a significant development for international trade, Wuxi Guolian Group Co., Ltd., a venerable enterprise from Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China, has expressed a keen interest in processing Cambodian agricultural products for export to the Chinese market. This initiative was unveiled during a pivotal meeting on June 27, 2025, between His Excellency Chea Wutthy, Secretary-General of the Camb...
Read MoreCambodia’s Special Economic Zones Drive Export Growth and Employment
Cambodia's special economic zones (SEZs) are proving to be pivotal in boosting the nation’s export capacity, contributing to more than 23% of total exports. As of 2024, the country boasts 44 SEZs, which are instrumental in enhancing domestic product exports, with projections estimating their contribution to total exports could reach between 23%-25% from 2022 to 2024. Dr. Sar Shinira, Deputy Sec...
Read MoreCambodia’s Trade Volume Surges, Exceeds USD 25 Billion in First Five Months of 2025
In a noteworthy development for the Cambodian economy, trade volume between Cambodia and its international partners has surpassed USD 25 billion in the first five months of 2025, marking an impressive increase of 18.5% compared to the same period last year. This information is detailed in a recent report from the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia. During this five-month perio...
Read MoreCambodian Trade Centers in the UK Progress to Site Inspection Stage
In a significant step towards establishing Cambodian trade centers in the UK, His Excellency Sean Thai, Secretary of State for Commerce, recently led a delegation from the Ministry of Commerce to inspect potential sites in London and Birmingham. This inspection took place from June 11 to 13, 2025, as part of the Cambodian government’s initiative to accelerate the establishment of these centers, ai...
Read MoreCambodia’s Automotive Sector Sees Remarkable Growth Ahead of 2025 Goals
In a significant milestone for the Cambodian economy, the automotive sector exported over USD 1.1 billion in vehicles in 2024, marking a year of impressive growth. The latest figures reveal that the sector attracted an investment of approximately USD 746 million and achieved total exports of approximately USD 1.14 billion. This encouraging news was shared during the second meeting of the Execut...
Read MoreSurge in Cambodia’s Online Business Registration Platform (OBRP) over the past 5 years
In a remarkable trend, Cambodia has witnessed a significant increase in its Online Business Registration Platform (OBRP) over the past five years. As of June 15, 2025, the number of registered businesses through the OBRP has soared to 46,776, with a total investment capital surpassing USD 18.23 billion. According to a press release from the Ministry of Economy and Finance, this robust growth re...
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