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Cambodia’s total exports reached US$6.88 billion in the first two months of 2025, marking a 9.8% increase from the US$6.26 billion recorded during the same period last year, according to the latest report from the General Department of Customs and Excise. The United States remained Cambodia’s largest export destination, purchasing goods worth US$2.43 billion, which…
A new energy vehicle (NEV) assembly plant by Chinese auto giant BYD is set to begin operations in the fourth quarter of 2025 within the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone (SSEZ), marking a significant step forward for Cambodia’s electric vehicle (EV) sector. The announcement was made during a meeting on April 10 between H.E. Sun Chanthol,…
Zhang Lianghong, Executive Director and Chairman of the Board of Kimou Environmental Holding Limited, paid a courtesy call on Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on 9 April 2025 at the Peace Palace, where he expressed the company’s keen interest in exploring investment opportunities in Cambodia. During the meeting, Zhang introduced the operations of Kimou Environmental…
In a groundbreaking initiative for the Kingdom’s energy sector, Chinese firm Guanzun Energy Investment Co., Ltd. is set to build Cambodia’s first and largest oil refinery in Kampot province. The milestone project, valued at up to USD 3.5 billion, was officially announced by the Kampot provincial administration and covered by Cambodian national television. Covering a…
Phnom Penh, Apr. 9 – Cambodia’s economy is set to maintain a strong and stable growth trajectory in 2025 and 2026, underpinned by solid external demand for manufactured goods and a sustained recovery in tourism, according to the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) latest economic outlook. In the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) April 2025, the ADB…
In celebration of World Health Day 2025, Wing Bank is uniting its employees for a blood donation drive and health fair while unveiling a state-of-the-art fitness center at its iconic tower in the heart of Phnom Penh. In partnership with Cambodia’s National Blood Transfusion Center (NBTC), Wing Bank is hosting a blood donation event to…
Officials and tourism industry leaders are rallying behind a bold initiative to construct ports along Cambodia’s Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers—described as the nation’s “uncut gems”—with the aim of strengthening the tourism sector and enhancing inland waterway transportation. An inter-ministerial meeting held on April 8 brought together key government figures and private sector representatives to…
The Fourth Industrial Revolution, combined with the disruptive effects of the Covid-19 pandemic starting in late 2019, has accelerated the global adoption of digital technologies—particularly in commerce. Cambodia has been part of this rapid transformation, with its e-commerce sector reaching a value of $1.51 billion in 2024. According to the iTrade Bulletin released by the…
Prime Minister Hun Manet met with representatives from international partners, donor countries, and private sector stakeholders on Tuesday, April 8, at the Peace Palace to thank and encourage continued support for Cambodia’s mine clearance efforts. During the meeting, Samdech Thipadei highlighted that over thirty years of armed conflict had left millions of landmines and unexploded…
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and Cambodia’s Ministry of Health (MOH) have announced a major new partnership aimed at transforming public healthcare services in Ratanakiri Province. With a USD 7 million grant from the Korean government, the “Project for Strengthening the Comprehensive Public Health System in Ratanakiri Province” will be implemented from 2025 to…
Prime Minister Hun Manet has directed Phnom Penh authorities to clear 70 hectares of land in the Kob Srov area, Prek Pnov district, to develop a vast public park aimed at promoting outdoor recreation, community engagement, and tourism. The announcement was made during the inauguration of the Morodok Techo Flyover, which connects Samdech Techo Boulevard,…
On April 7, 2025, LYNK & CO Automotive (Cambodia) officially marked its entry into the Cambodian market with a signing ceremony held at the Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra Hotel. The event celebrated the appointment of the company as the official distributor of LYNK & CO vehicles in Cambodia. Presiding over the ceremony was His Excellency…
Phnom Penh, Apr. 7 – Prime Minister Hun Manet has shared an ambitious vision for the future of Cambodia’s capital, expressing hope that Phnom Penh could one day feature underwater roads to enhance cross-river connectivity. The idea reflects a broader push to modernize infrastructure and accommodate the city’s growing transportation needs. Speaking at the inauguration…
