Bilateral trade between Cambodia and Viet Nam reached a new high in 2025, surpassing USD 11.33 billion, marking an 11.7% increase compared with the previous year. This growth reflects the deepening economic ties between the two Southeast Asian neighbours and highlights the role of regional integration in boosting trade. Cambodia’s increasing focus on investing in Cambodia has helped facilitate smoother trade flows and encouraged foreign partnerships.
According to Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Nguyen Minh Vu, Cambodia’s exports to Viet Nam reached USD 5.66 billion — a year-on-year rise of 18.4% — while imports from Viet Nam rose to USD 5.67 billion, up 5.7%. This balanced growth demonstrates the mutual benefits of Cambodia–Viet Nam trade, as both countries leverage their strengths: Cambodia in agriculture and raw materials, and Viet Nam in manufacturing and industrial goods. Observers note that Cambodia’s steady economic development, highlighted in Cambodia stays on its growth path, has further strengthened these trade ties.
Key commodities driving trade include machinery, foodstuffs, chemicals, and consumer goods from Viet Nam, alongside Cambodian agricultural products and processed materials. Analysts also emphasize the role of infrastructure development and business engagement, similar to success stories like the Full Moon Island Resort, which showcases Cambodia’s growing capacity to support international investment and trade.
Looking ahead, both governments aim to expand bilateral trade to USD 20 billion in the coming years, supported by policy initiatives, business forums, and regional agreements. With these efforts, Cambodia–Viet Nam trade is poised to remain robust, further strengthening economic cooperation and regional prosperity.
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