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Phnom Penh Autonomous Port Sees Nearly 20% Revenue Growth in First Seven Months of 2025

The Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP) recorded impressive financial results in the first seven months of 2025, generating over $27 million in revenue, marking a 19.64% year-on-year increase compared to the same period in 2024. According to a statement released through the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX), July alone contributed more than $5 million to the…

Agriculture

Cambodia Targets Chinese, U.S., and European Markets with Expanded Agro-Processing

The Minister of Commerce, H.E. Mrs. Cham Nimul, has voiced strong support for the expansion of Cambodia’s fruit and agricultural product processing facilities, framing the move as a vital step toward diversifying the Kingdom’s export markets and enhancing the competitiveness of its agricultural sector on the global stage. Speaking during a meeting at the Ministry…

Banking & Finance

CELEBRATING 17 YEARS OF WING

What began as a neighborhood money transfer service now moves tens of billions of dollars annually, serves millions through its agent network, and continues to expand access with global recognition—bringing yet another source of pride to Cambodia. Seventeen years ago, Wing entered everyday Cambodian life with a simple promise: send money easily, safely, fast and…

Editorial

Cambodian Bakers Dominate New Zealand’s Pie Scene

Dominating New Zealand’s Pie Awards At the 2025 Bakels New Zealand Supreme Pie Awards, Cambodian-born bakers once again showed their strength, sweeping up seven of the 11 categories. From steak and cheese, to vegetarian, to gourmet meat pies – their names were everywhere. At the very top, the Supreme Award went to Samraksmey “Sam” So…

Diplomacy

20 Cambodian Officials to Receive Advanced Anti-Drug Training in India

The Indian embassy in Phnom Penh on August 13 hosted a send-off ceremony for 20 Cambodian officials from the National Authority for Combating Drugs (NACD), ahead of their 10-day specialised training programme in India on countering illegal drug trafficking. The training will take place at the National Academy of Customs, Excise, and Narcotics in Palasamudran…

Economy

Cambodia Powers Ahead with Nearly 6% Growth in First Half of 2025

Despite a turbulent global environment marked by trade protectionism, armed conflicts, and geopolitical tensions, Cambodia’s economy demonstrated remarkable resilience in the first half of 2025, recording a growth rate of nearly 6%, according to the National Bank of Cambodia’s (NBC) First Half 2025 Report and Outlook for the Second Half. The NBC reported that the…

Diplomacy

Cambodia and Japan Deepen Water-Sector Cooperation with Takhmau Water Treatment Plant

H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation, welcomed a high-level delegation from Kitakyushu City, Japan, ahead of tomorrow’s inauguration of the Takhmau Water Treatment Plant. Funded through Japanese grant aid, the project is implemented by members of the Kitakyushu Overseas Water Business Association (KOWBA) and represents a milestone in bilateral cooperation. The…

Economy

Minebea Mitsumi Expands Operations in Cambodia with MISTI Support

Phnom Penh, August 14 — H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI), welcomed a high-level delegation from Minebea Mitsumi Inc., led by Chairman Mr. Yoshihisa Kainuma, to discuss the Japanese manufacturer’s ongoing expansion in Cambodia. Minister Vanndy praised Minebea’s significant contributions to Cambodia’s industrial growth, job creation, and export capacity. He…

Press releases

Wingmall Drops Fees, Empowers Local Shoppers and Sellers

Wingmall, Cambodia’s homegrown e-commerce platform, has launched a new national campaign focused on expanding digital opportunity for small merchants and everyday consumers. The campaign comes at a time when economic uncertainty and regional challenges—including the recent displacement of families along the Thai-Cambodian border—have underscored the importance of local, accessible solutions. Wingmall was first developed during the…

Investment

Cambodia Showcases High-Growth Sectors to Malaysian Business Delegation

The Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC) has called on Malaysian investors to seize emerging opportunities in Cambodia, highlighting the Kingdom’s dynamic growth, pro-business environment, and expanding industrial base. Malaysia currently stands as Cambodia’s 11th largest trading partner. On August 12, the CCC leadership welcomed a high-level delegation from the Malaysia Chinese Chamber of Commerce (MCCC)…

Investment

Cambodia’s Investment Approvals Surge, Nearing $1 Billion in July Alone

Cambodia’s investment drive showed no signs of slowing in July 2025, with nearly 70 new projects approved and total capital just shy of $950 million, according to the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC). The strong monthly performance has pushed the year-to-date total to 440 projects — already beating the full-year figure for 2024…

Economy

International Trade Surges Past $36 Billion in First Seven Months

Phnom Penh — Cambodia’s international trade has crossed the $36 billion mark in just the first seven months of 2025, showing a strong rise of almost 20% compared to the same time last year. Exports made up around $17.1 billion of that total, underlining the Kingdom’s growing presence in global markets. Figures from the General…

Agriculture

Cambodia Pushes for More Locally Produced Animal Feed with New Industry Agreement

Phnom Penh – Cambodia is taking another big step towards self-reliance in animal feed production, with a new agreement set to push locally-made feed to a bigger share of the market. The Ministry of Commerce has just brokered a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with three major feed producers to increase the use of Cambodian-grown corn,…