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Government Unveils Plans for New Airport in Ratanakiri Province
In a significant development for Cambodia’s aviation sector, the Royal Government has announced the designation of nearly 2,000 hectares of land in the Lumphat district of Ratanakiri province for the construction of a new airport. This initiative will be carried out through a public-private partnership, as outlined in a letter from the Council of Ministers dated September 2, 2025. The Council o...
Read MoreCambodia Sees Surge in Investment Projects: 51 New Initiatives Announced in August 2025
Cambodia officially welcomed 51 new investment projects in August 2025, with a total investment capital soaring to an impressive USD 608 million, as reported by the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). This impressive influx of investment is expected to create approximately 27,000 jobs, providing a significant boost to the local economy. Of the projects registered last month, 35 are s...
Read MoreKratie Province Sees Growth in Employment and Economic Development
As of September 2025, Kratie province boasts a total of 243 factories and enterprises, generating nearly 19,400 jobs for local residents. This significant achievement was highlighted during a meeting between HE Heng Sotha, Deputy Governor of Kratie, and the Indonesian Ambassador to Cambodia. During the meeting, HE Heng Sotha emphasized the diverse economic landscape of Kratie. The province is h...
Read MoreAgro King Plans Major Purchase of Cambodian Agricultural Products for Export to Vietnam
In a significant move for the agricultural sector, Agro King Trading Co., Ltd. has announced its intent to purchase four types of Cambodian agricultural products for export to Vietnam. This initiative aims to strengthen trade ties between the two neighboring countries and boost the local economy. The announcement was made by His Excellency Ky Chanromduol, Undersecretary of State at the Ministry...
Read MoreTen Chinese Tourism Enterprises Seek Investment Opportunities in Cambodia
In an exciting development for Cambodia's tourism sector, ten prominent Chinese tourism enterprises have expressed interest in exploring investment opportunities within the country. During a recent meeting held on August 30, 2025, His Excellency Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism, engaged with representatives from these leading firms to discuss potential collaborations aimed at enhancing tourism betwee...
Read MoreCambodia Welcomes New Investments: Plastics and Cassava Processing Factories to Boost Local Economies
Exciting developments are on the horizon for Cambodia as two major investment projects are set to launch in Svay Rieng and Kampong Thom provinces, promising significant contributions to the local economy. In Svay Rieng, a new plastics factory is being established with an investment of USD 6 million in the Forson Giga special economic zone. This state-of-the-art facility will manufacture a varie...
Read MoreCambodia and Vietnam Strengthen Trade Relations with Focus on Cassava Exports
In a significant move to enhance trade partnerships, Cambodia and Vietnam have pledged to bolster business ties, particularly in promoting Cambodian cassava exports to the Vietnamese market. This commitment emerged from a recent visit led by His Excellency Va Rutsan, Secretary of State for Commerce, alongside representatives from the Cambodian Cassava Federation, during their trip to Ho Chi Minh C...
Read MoreGovernment Unveils Takhmao Water Treatment Plant and Koh Nora Pumping Station in Phnom Penh
In a significant boost for clean water access in the capital, the Cambodian government officially inaugurated the Takhmao Water Treatment Plant and the Koh Nora Raw Water Pumping Station today. The ceremony was led by H.E. Vongsey Vissoth, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister in Charge of the Council of Ministers, alongside H.E. UENO Atsushi, Japan’s Ambassador to Cambodia. The projects represent a ...
Read MoreCambodia’s International Trade Volume Surges to Over USD 36 Billion in First 7 Months of 2025
In a significant boost to its economy, Cambodia's international trade volume has surpassed USD 36 billion in the first seven months of 2025, marking a robust increase of 16.5% compared to the same period in 2024. This remarkable growth is highlighted in a recent report from the General Department of Customs and Excise. The report reveals that Cambodia's exports to major global markets reached o...
Read MoreWater Diversion System Nears Completion in Cambodia
The ambitious water diversion system project linking Phnom Penh and the satellite areas of Kampong Speu province is on the verge of completion, reaching nearly 100% progress. His Excellency Tho Jetha, Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology, confirmed these developments during an inspection visit to the Stung Toch Dam construction site on August 28. According to Minister Tho Jetha, the wate...
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