Economy
Cambodia’s Mid-Year Industrial Output Hits Record $9.8 Billion
Cambodia’s industrial production exceeded $9.8 billion in the first half of 2026, with 74% exported globally as the manufacturing base expands into automotive and electronics.
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Diplomacy
Cambodia-Vietnam Bilateral Trade Approaches $7.8 Billion in First Seven Months of 2026
PHNOM PENH — Bilateral merchandise trade between Cambodia and Vietnam reached nearly $7.8 billion during the first seven months of 2026, marking a 10.3% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. The trade figures underscore growing economic and cross-border commercial integration between the two neighbouring ASEAN members. Expanding Cross-Border Trade & Economic…
Industry
Cambodia and ADB Partner to Advance Technical Skills for EV and Agro-Processing Sectors
Cambodia’s Ministry of Labour and the ADB collaborate to align technical vocational training with emerging demands in the EV and agri-tech sectors.
Diplomacy
CDC Secures Tri-Regional Investor Interest from Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong for Agro-Logistics Expansion
Cambodia’s CDC engages international investors from Agro Ludens, OFI, and Meridian International to expand agro-processing and logistics capabilities.
Cambodia
Russian Automaker GAZ Group Targets Cambodian Automotive Sector for Expansion and Assembly Plant
Russian commercial vehicle manufacturer GAZ Group meets with Cambodian officials to discuss plans for a vehicle assembly plant and auto parts manufacturing facility.
Diplomacy
Indian Embassy in Phnom Penh Celebrates India’s 80th Independence Day
The Embassy of India in Phnom Penh celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day with community events and a reception hosted by Ambassador Vanlalvawna Bawitlung and Chief Guest H.E. Prak Sokhonn.
Investment
CDC and Incheon Chamber of Commerce Partner to Boost Korean Investment and Vocational Training in Cambodia
Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) and Incheon Chamber of Commerce (ICCI) partner to expand South Korean investment and launch a vocational training centre at NPIC.
Industry
Chinese Tech Firms Drive Modernization of Cambodia’s Industrial Sector
Advanced Chinese automation and smart manufacturing technology take center stage at an international trade exhibition in Phnom Penh to drive Cambodian factory productivity.
Banking & Finance
Cambodia Unveils 5-Year National Strategy (2026–2030) to Supercharge Tech Startups and Innovation
Cambodia’s Ministry of Economy and Finance launches a 5-year National Strategy on Startup Development (2026–2030) to foster digital innovation, AI adoption, and entrepreneurship.
Agriculture
WWF-Cambodia Hosts National Workshop to Mobilize Landscape Finance for Sustainable Agriculture
WWF-Cambodia convenes over 80 public and private stakeholders to explore landscape finance models and scale nature-positive agriculture across Cambodia.
Investment
Cambodia Launches ADB-Backed River Basin Masterplan to Direct Water Investments and Strengthen Climate Resilience
Cambodia partners with ADB on the Resilient River Basin Masterplan Phase 1 to develop investment-ready water management solutions across the Tonle Sap system.
Agriculture
Amru Rice to Double Preah Vihear Organic Rice Sourcing to $12 Million
Amru Rice Cambodia signs a contract farming deal to purchase 40,000 tonnes of organic paddy valued at $12 million from agricultural communities in Preah Vihear.
Education & Skills
PM Hun Manet Outlines Four Key Priorities to Accelerate Cambodia’s Education Reform
Speaking at the Royal University of Law and Economics, PM Hun Manet set out four key directives to reform Cambodia’s education system for the digital economy.
