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The 10th trade show was held in Kampong Speu with the goal of encouraging consumption and promoting local as well as Cambodian products. The exhibition is held in the Kampong Speu Provincial Department of Commerce from July 22 to 24. Products, processed foods, and consumer items from Kampong Speu and surrounding provinces were displayed during…
The renowned professor of sociology, Daniel Bell, wrote the following on technology in his book, “The Winding Passage: Essays and Sociological Journeys,” from 1960–1980: “Technology, like art, is a soaring exercise of the human imagination. Techne is another form of art that bridges cultural and social boundaries and transforms both at the same time.” His…
The rural market in Cambodia is not only a separate entity in itself and it is also highly influenced by the sociological and behavioral factors operating in the country. The rural population in Cambodia accounts for around 74.8 percent of the total population. A number of corporate companies have tried a variety of strategies to…
In a second round of fundraising, MediaLoad (Cambodia), a digital media platform, has raised more than $3 million for business expansion. The organization, which owns the entertainment and lifestyle website KhmerLoad, stated it has received series B funding from True Digital Group, a division of True Corporation, which is owned by the Thai giant Charoen…
Rural shoppers are unfamiliar with shopping without touch and feel, hence the first step for Entrepreneurs interested in tapping into rural E-Commerce is to customize applications with local content. Because 90% of the population does not understand English. Developing content in Khmer across many contact points, such as mobile apps and customer support, is crucial for…
Cambodian-made Electric Cars? That’s the concept behind the Angkor EV 2013, which debuted in Phnom Penh on January 7, 2013!! On January 8, 2013, the locally built electric car ‘Angkor EV 2013’ was on display at a showroom in Phnom Penh. Cambodia’s Heng Development Company has introduced its first electric vehicle, the Angkor, which is…
According to startup organizations and venture capital firms, Cambodia lacks privately-held startups with a value more than $1 billion, making unicorns in the nation as rare as the mythical animal. But things might change shortly. A private firm with a value of over $1 billion is called a unicorn startup. The term “Unicorn Startup” was…
Startups are currently the most prominent global noise in the era we live in. People today are brave and keen to make their ideas a reality. The number of startups across industries is increasing in almost all countries, and young entrepreneurs are working arduously to achieve their dreams fearlessly. This is about more than just a person’s personal development; it also helps nations grow. Cambodia is going through the same growth as the rest of the world. Additionally, it is evolving into Asia’s startup hub. What is Startup Cambodia? The government of Cambodia has launched a program called Startup Cambodia with the goal of creating wealth and jobs. The development and innovation of new products…
You’ve definitely heard of the traditional Apsara dance if you’ve ever visited Cambodia or even just done a quick Google search on the country. Princess Sisowath Kossamak, the mother of well-known arts supporter Prince Sihanouk, revived traditional Apsara dance for the Royal Cambodian Ballet in the 1940s. Apsara dance is recognized for its long, beautiful…
The social networking site Jomnes Job serves as a link between employers, job seekers, companies, and professionals. It is beneficial to manage your professional profile, develop your professional network, connect with applicants and recruiters, establish business contacts, and access other information all in one place. Jomnes Job (job.jomnes.com) is built by young Cambodian entrepreneur Reaksmey…
In the last ten years, Cambodia, the Kingdom of Wonder, has seen an increase in the number of immigrants of all ages from many countries. Cambodia is without a doubt a must-visit country in Southeast Asia due to the attraction of the Angkor Wat temples, but what is it about the nation that attracts tourists…
Pay with a QR code in Thailand from a bank account in Cambodia! Serey Chea, Director General of the National Bank of Cambodia, recently posted on LinkedIn a video showing her using KHQR to make a payment in Thailand. She wrote, “Don’t want to carry cash? No problem. Paying for my boat noodles with QR…
According to a report released by the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), Cambodia has approved 87 fixed asset investment projects totaling roughly $2.7 billion for the first half of 2022. The report stated that the authorized projects also included tire, hotel, hospital, vehicle assembly, electrical, fruit processing and packaging facilities, as well as factories…
