Top US Companies Eye Investment Opportunities in Cambodia, with SpaceX – Starlink Leading the Charge

A delegation from SpaceX – Starlink, a prominent American telecommunications provider, is currently in Cambodia to explore potential investment opportunities. During a recent meeting, Ms. Rebecca Hunter, Marketing Director of SpaceX – Starlink, discussed the company’s plans with Prime Minister Hun Manet and HE Sun Chanthol, the First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC).

The discussions took place on 20 February 2025, when Ms. Hunter underscored Cambodia as a high-priority target for SpaceX’s investments in the coming years. She emphasised the importance of fostering strong relationships with the Royal Government of Cambodia and expressed the company’s goal of understanding the local investment climate to facilitate technological modernisation.

In response, Cambodian officials expressed their warm welcome to foreign companies seeking to invest in the nation, reinforcing their commitment to nurturing international relationships. The prime minister highlighted the government’s proactive policies aimed at advancing the technology sector in response to the rapid pace of technological development worldwide.

The engagement follows a previous visit by HE Sun Chanthol on 24 September 2024 to SpaceX’s headquarters in Hawthorne, California. This visit aimed to gain insights into advanced technologies, satellite operations, and innovative practices to improve work efficiency through SpaceX’s cutting-edge solutions.

As discussions continue, there is optimism about the potential for significant investment and collaboration between SpaceX–Starlink and the Royal Government of Cambodia, marking a prominent step towards enhancing the nation’s technological landscape.

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