The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is set to provide Cambodia with fresh opportunities for economic expansion and development. Dr. Sok Siphana, a renowned expert on Cambodia’s legal system, international relations, and economy, recently shared his insights on the nation’s geopolitical landscape and the potential benefits of RCEP at the Malaysian Business Chamber of Cambodia’s…
The Cambodian government’s public debt stock remains sustainable, according to the latest Cambodia Public Debt Statistical Bulletin. The total public debt stock is $10.23 billion as of March 2023, with 67% coming from bilateral Developing Partners (DPs), 33% from multilateral DPs, and 0.41% from public domestic debt. This debt is composed of various foreign currencies,…
In the face of global economic challenges, Cambodia’s foreign trade has shown signs of improvement, with exports rising and a narrowing trade deficit. The Kingdom’s international trade volume reached $19.293 billion in the first five months of 2023, a decrease from previous years but with promising developments in May. As the world grapples with the…
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In a significant development for Cambodia’s automotive industry, renowned Japanese automaker Toyota is set to launch a state-of-the-art vehicle assembly plant in the Royal Group Phnom Penh Special Economic Zone. Slated for completion in July, this major investment underscores Cambodia’s growing appeal as an investment destination. In addition, the prestigious French jewelry brand will also…
Cambodia witnessed a significant increase in the export of electrical and electronic equipment in the first four months of 2023, earning $979.06 million, a 94.24% year-on-year growth from $504.039 million, and a 36.72% half-on-half increase compared to July-October 2022’s $716.11 million. These figures are according to the provisional Customs (GDCE) data in “International Merchandise Trade…
In 2020, B.R.B. Cambodia was founded with a mission to promote and support Cambodian handicraft products. The company began by working with home-based artisans who faced numerous challenges, including finding markets, sourcing raw materials, attracting customers, and designing their products. Observing these difficulties, B.R.B. Cambodia established Satcha, an incubation program aimed at training and nurturing…
A new initiative aimed at strengthening Cambodia’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and fostering investment in Small and Growing Businesses (SGBs) has been launched. The Enhancing Entrepreneurial Ecosystem and Investment (3Ei) initiative, a collaboration between Khmer Enterprise and Swisscontact, will support at least 55 Cambodian SGBs over the next five years, providing them with both financial and non-financial…
The Ministry of Post and Telecommunications in Cambodia has announced plans to install free public wi-fi in coastal areas and other priority areas in Preah Sihanouk province. The initiative was discussed by Minister Chea Vandeth during the closing ceremony of a capacity building workshop for the Post and Telecommunication Department in Preah Sihanouk on May…
TheBoxes, a Cambodian startup founded by young entrepreneurs, has been revolutionizing the packaging industry over the past year by offering eco-friendly, customizable packaging solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). As the company celebrates its one-year anniversary, it’s worth taking a look at their journey, their commitment to sustainability, and the founders who made it…
CART TIRE Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of China’s SAILUN GROUP, is investing $562 million in a tire production facility in Cambodia’s QiLu Special Economic Zone, located in Svay Rieng province. The factory is set to produce 1.6 million tires per year for export, tapping into Cambodia’s large labor force and low-cost natural rubber from local…
The Cambodian government has recently approved a new infrastructure project, dubbed the “Funan Techo Canal,” which is expected to significantly contribute to the country’s economic growth and urban development. The project was approved during a cabinet meeting led by Prime Minister Hun Sen and has generated a great deal of excitement among stakeholders. The Funan…
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has approved 65 fixed asset investment projects worth over $588 million during the first four months of this year. Chinese investors have emerged as the largest source of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Cambodia, accounting for 73.5% of the total FDI in the country. Chea Vuthy, Deputy…