Along the dusty border crossings of Moa Bai, Lao Bảo, and Trapaing Phlong, a quiet financial revolution is unfolding. Small and mid-sized traders moving garments, electronics, agricultural produce, and consumer goods between Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam — the core of the so-called CLMV corridor — are increasingly turning to dollar-pegged stablecoins such as Tether (USDT)…
Cambodia’s exports to Malaysia surged nearly 59% during the first two months of 2026, marking the fastest growth among the country’s top export markets and highlighting strengthening trade ties between the two ASEAN economies.
Cambodia’s Single Portal online business registration system has recorded nearly $1 billion in registered investments within two months. The digital platform has facilitated the creation of nearly 2,000 new businesses, reflecting strong investor interest and growing adoption of online government services.
Cambodia’s rubber exports have increased by around 36% amid steady global demand. The growth highlights the importance of natural rubber as a major agricultural export supporting rural livelihoods and Cambodia’s international trade sector.
Cambodia is promoting the “Made in Cambodia” initiative to strengthen domestic manufacturing and support local businesses. The campaign encourages consumers and companies to prioritize Cambodian-made products while expanding opportunities for SMEs and local industries.
Cambodia’s garment industry is encouraging the development of upstream industries to expand local sourcing and strengthen supply chains, aiming to reduce reliance on imported raw materials and support long-term manufacturing growth.
Cambodia’s microfinance institutions have launched a green lending framework with support from Oxfam and Irish partners, promoting sustainable finance and environmentally responsible investment projects.
For many years, the global cashew trade followed a fairly predictable path. A large share of raw cashew nuts came from African countries, while most of the processing happened elsewhere, particularly in India and Vietnam. Before reaching factories that shelled, graded, packed, and sold them to consumers worldwide, raw nuts travelled long distances. That long-standing…
Cambodia exported 247,822 tonnes of milled rice in the first two months of 2026, marking an 83 percent increase compared to the same period last year and reflecting strong global demand for Cambodian rice.
Cambodia plans to establish its first oil refinery within three years as part of efforts to strengthen domestic fuel supply and expand the country’s energy infrastructure amid rising demand for petroleum products.
Cambodia and the United States have outlined a roadmap to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and security partnerships during diplomatic talks in Phnom Penh aimed at expanding economic collaboration.
The 19th Cambodian Products Exhibition, organised by Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce, showcased local goods to promote market linkages, support SMEs, and boost domestic economic growth through enhanced product visibility and trade opportunities.
Cambodia registered more than 1,200 new SMEs last year, spanning sectors like retail, services, and manufacturing, reflecting rising entrepreneurship and contributing to broader employment and economic development.
