Ministry of Economy and Finance Outlines Five Strategic Pillars to Optimize State Asset Management
High-level meeting emphasizes inventory accuracy and revenue generation through the leasing of vacant assets to strengthen national fiscal stability. The Ministry of Economy and Finance has introduced a set of five comprehensive recommendations designed to overhaul the management and utilization of state assets, ensuring they are handled with maximum efficiency and in strict accordance with the...
Read MoreGovernment Greenlights $40 Million Investment Surge to Revitalize Cambodia’s Northeastern Economic Frontier
22 new projects spanning Kratie, Stung Treng, Ratanakiri, and Mondulkiri receive special incentives to drive industrial growth and create thousands of local jobs The Royal Government of Cambodia has officially approved a comprehensive package of special incentives for 22 investment projects in the nation’s northeast region, totaling approximately $400 million in capital investment. This strategic ...
Read MoreGovernment Extends Vital Stamp Duty Exemptions to Propel Cambodian Real Estate Sector through 2026
The Royal Government of Cambodia has officially extended the stamp duty tax exemption for property buyers until December 31, 2026, providing a significant boost to the national real estate landscape. According to a formal announcement by the Ministry of Economy and Finance on January 22, 2026, this decision follows a directive from Prime Minister Hun Manet intended to support citizens in attaining...
Read MoreGovernment Unveils Multi-Million Dollar Incentive Package to Revitalize Sihanoukville’s Industrial Landscape
Strategic support for 24 major projects worth 208 million dollars marks a new chapter in the province’s transformation into a multi-purpose economic hub The Royal Government of Cambodia has taken a decisive step toward cementing Preah Sihanouk province’s role as a primary engine of national economic growth by approving a major new package of special incentives. During a high-level meeting on Janua...
Read MoreCambodian Government Extends Capital Gains Tax for Real Estate Sector Until 2027
Strategic decision aims to sustain momentum in the property market as authorities defer 20% tax on real estate profits for another year The Royal Government of Cambodia has officially announced a further extension of the tax for capital gains on real estate, pushing the implementation date to January 1, 2027. This directive, issued through the Ministry of Economy and Finance, follows a high-level...
Read MoreMinistry of Economy and Finance Advances Digital Initiatives for Businesses
In a significant move to enhance the digital landscape for businesses in Cambodia, H.E. Dr. Kong Marry, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF), chaired an inter-ministerial working group meeting on 23 December 2025. This gathering took place at the MEF, where key stakeholders reviewed the progress of ongoing initiatives and laid out a strategic action plan for the developm...
Read MoreEuropean Union Commits Over $22 Million to Support Cambodia’s Strategic Sector Reforms
New funding targets education, fisheries, and financial management to drive long-term economic growth and transparency The European Union has announced a significant financial contribution to the Royal Government of Cambodia, totaling 19.5 million Euros, or approximately US$22 million, to support a broad range of sector reforms throughout 2025. This funding comes as part of a continued effort to ...
Read MoreCambodia and France Ink €72 Million Finance Agreement for Water Resources
Major Cooperation Deal Signed to Advance Three Key Water Sector Projects Cambodia’s Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MOWRAM) and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) have signed a cooperation finance agreement totaling approximately €72 million to implement three projects related to the water resources sector. The signing ceremony took place on December 9, 2025. Signatories ...
Read MoreCambodia and World Bank Plan $260 Million Financing Agreement for 2026
Partnership Aims to Accelerate Cambodia's Growth and Development, Focusing on Key Sectors The Royal Government of Cambodia and the World Bank (WB) are planning to sign a $260 million financing agreement for 2026. This significant funding is intended to accelerate Cambodia’s growth and development. This announcement follows a meeting and press release detailing the discussion between Deputy Pri...
Read MoreCambodia Extends VAT Exemption on Essential Food Items
Prakas_548_MEF_17-11-25Government Supports Livelihoods by Absorbing Value-Added Tax on Basic Domestic Foods The Royal Government of Cambodia has decided to continue granting exemptions from Value-Added Tax (VAT) on staple food items essential for the daily living of its citizens. This measure will be effective from January 1, 2026, and will last until the end of 2028. According to a declarat...
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