Business and Market
Cambodia’s Trade Volume Surges to Over US$31bn in First Seven Months of 2024, Reflecting 15% Growth
In the first seven months of 2024, Cambodia’s international trade volume soared past US$31 billion, reflecting a robust 15% growth compared to the same period in 2023. This significant increase underscores the nation’s expanding trade activities, as currently highlighted by the General Department of Customs and Excise of the Ministry of Economy and Finance. During […]
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Thailand Changes Strategy to Attract Chinese Investors, Extends 99-year Lease & 75% of Condo Ownership to Foreigners
Chinese investors are rapidly increasing their presence in Thailand’s property market, with over 100 billion baht invested in key economic cities over the past 15 years, according to Property DNA and updated by The Star on 06 August 2024. This trend is expected to accelerate further as the Thai government considers extending the leasehold period […]
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India Secures Fifth Spot in Asia Pacific Real Estate with US$3bn in Cross-Border Investments
India has emerged as the fifth largest recipient of cross-border real estate investments in the Asia Pacific region, attracting US$3 billion in the first half of 2024. This substantial inflow of global capital, constituting 9% of the region’s total investment volume, underscores India’s growing prominence in the international real estate market, according to Businesstoday, published […]
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Japanese Companies Pull Out of China as Vietnam Becomes Next Destination
Japanese companies are becoming increasingly cautious about operating in China, as supply chain risks, anti-espionage legislation, and rising geopolitical tensions create an uncertain environment. A recent survey by Teikoku Databank reveals that the number of Japanese companies in China has decreased by 9.4% since its peak in 2012, with 13,034 businesses currently operating in the […]
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Foreign Investors Turn Cautious as China’s Real Estate Market Faces Challenges
Amid growing uncertainty in China’s real estate market, foreign investors are becoming increasingly selective, with many shying away from commercial properties, according to Asia.nikkei dated 05 August 2024. In the first half of 2024, cross-border deals in China’s commercial real estate sector dropped by 13% year-on-year, totalling US$3.3 billion. This downturn reflects broader concerns about […]
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ASEAN-China Trade Surpasses US$500bn in First Seven Months of 2024
In the first seven months of 2024, trade between ASEAN and China surged to an impressive 3.92 trillion yuan (US$546.6 billion), marking a 10.5 % year-on-year increase, according to statistics from the Chinese Customs Administration released by Cambodia’s Ministry of Information on 9 August 2024. This remarkable growth underscores the deepening economic ties between the […]
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Cambodian Cement Production Surges to Over 4m Tons in First Half of 2024
Cambodia’s cement industry achieved a significant milestone in the first half of 2024, with local factories producing an impressive 4.17 million tons of cement. This represents a 5.5% increase compared to the 3.95 million tons produced during the same period last year, as reported by the Ministry of Economy and Finance. Despite a sluggish recovery […]
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Chery Holding Group Eyes Investment in Cambodia’s Automobile & Auto Parts Industry
Chery Holding Group, a leading Chinese conglomerate, has expressed a strong interest in investing in Cambodia’s burgeoning automobile and auto parts industry, with ambitions to serve domestic, regional, and international markets. This potential investment was highlighted during a meeting between Xu Hui, Deputy General Manager of Chery Holding Group Co., Ltd, and Cambodian Prime Minister […]
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AEON Mall Vietnam to Invest Over US$167m in Landmark Thanh Hoa Shopping Centre
AEON Mall Vietnam has secured approval from Thanh Hoa provincial authorities to invest over US$167 million in a large shopping centre spanning 10.5 hectares, set to become the largest commercial hub in the northern region of Vietnam. This significant investment, reported by VNEXPRESS on 4 August 2024, underscores AEON Mall’s commitment to expanding its footprint […]
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LSCG Group Announces US$168m Investment to Revive Stalled Developments in Sihanoukville
LSCG Group, under the leadership of CEO Ly Sokchhay, has announced a substantial US$168 million investment to develop stalled buildings in Sihanoukville. This investment is part of a joint venture with companies from the United States and Singapore, aimed at revitalising key real estate projects in the city. The announcement follows years of strategic meetings […]
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