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Cambodia’s Banana Exports Flourish as China Remains Top Market
- 17 June 2025
In a significant boost to its agricultural sector, Cambodia exported a remarkable 260,000 tons of fresh bananas in 2024, with a staggering 95% of this yield headed for the Chinese market. This surge in banana exports highlights Cambodia's growing influence in the international agricultural arena. To date, Cambodia boasts 21,000 hectares dedicated to yellow banana plantations, with 15,000 hectar...
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Strengthening Support for Informal Economy Workers in Cambodia
- 10 June 2025
On 26 May 2025, a significant partnership was established between the Cambodian Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training and the Japan International Labor Fund (JILAF) with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding in Tokyo, Japan. This collaboration aims to bolster the livelihoods of workers in Cambodia's informal economy through enhanced vocational training and support initiatives. The a...
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Cambodia & Australia Strengthen Ties with Investment & Trade Commitment
- 21 May 2025
In a significant step towards enhancing bilateral relations, Cambodia and Australia have pledged to explore new strategies for expanding investment and trade cooperation. This commitment was solidified during a meeting held on 19 May 2025, between HE Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia, and Ms. Frances Adamson, Premier of South Australia. The discussions highlighted key areas of potential col...
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Cambodia & Laos Forge Stronger Agricultural Ties to Expand Mango Exports
- 6 May 2025
In a significant move to enhance agricultural trade, Cambodia and Laos have reached an agreement to boost the export of Cambodian mango products to third countries via Laos' high-speed rail system. This announcement was made during an official visit from 30 April – 3 May 2025, where HE Dith Tina, Cambodia's Minister of Agriculture, met with officials from the Ministry of Agriculture of L...
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AEON Breaks Ground on USD 46 Million Shopping Mall in Vietnam
- 23 April 2025
In a strategic move amidst the global economic downturn, Japanese retail giant AEON is strengthening its presence in Vietnam with the groundbreaking of a new shopping mall. On April 19, 2025, AEON Vietnam commenced construction on the AEON HAI DUONG shopping mall in Hai Duong province, located just north of Hanoi. The project has an investment of VND 1.18 billion (approximately USD 45.61...
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Malaysia Bets on USD 250 Million Deal to Train 10K Semiconductor Specialists to Spark Homegrown Chip Design Revolution
- 16 April 2025
Malaysia has sealed a landmark USD 250 million semiconductor partnership with UK-based Arm Holdings, granting the Southeast Asian nation access to Arm’s advanced intellectual property as it aims to shift from a manufacturing-based economy to a high-value design and innovation hub in the global chip supply chain. The agreement, formally signed on 5 March 2025 in Kuala Lumpur by Prime Minister Anwar...
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Cambodia’s Steel Imports Surge in Early 2025
- 16 April 2025
Cambodia's steel imports significantly rose in the first quarter of 2025, with the nation importing iron and steel valued at USD217 million. This marks a remarkable 75% increase compared to USD124 million during the same period last year. According to a report released on 10 April by the General Department of Customs and Excise, iron and steel imports accounted for 2.9% of Cambodia's total impo...
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SchneiTec Dynamic Lists Green Bond Mobilising USD 50 million for Green Energy Development
- 12 April 2025
SchneiTec Dynamic Co., Ltd has listed a green bond on the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX), mobilising USD 50 million for its green energy development project in Cambodia. The Official Green Bond Listing Ceremony was held on 11 April 2025, at the Cambodia Securities Exchange. During the ceremony, HE Sou Socheat, a Delegate of the Government and Director General of the Securities and Exchange ...
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Four Major Companies Plan to Make Further Investments in Cambodia’s Automotive and Electronics Sectors
- 8 April 2025
Four prominent automotive and electronics companies are gearing up to expand their investments in Cambodia, aiming to bolster the nation’s economy. This commitment was announced during a recent study visit by HE Chea Socheat, Deputy Director of the Cabinet of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, on 31 March 2025. During the visit, HE Chea Socheat and his team toured the facili...
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Smart Eden Expands Cambodian Product Exports to France
- 5 April 2025
In a significant development for Cambodia’s export market, Smart Eden has announced plans to expand the export of Cambodian products to France, bolstered by a robust distribution network of over 6,000 locations across the country. This major announcement was made during a meeting with HE Hem Vandy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, and CEO Laurent Strauch, along with promin...
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