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A Small University Project Reflects a Much Bigger Story for Cambodia In a country increasingly looking to add more value to its agricultural sector, a group of Cambodian university students and researchers may have quietly created something far bigger than a new beverage. At the Agricultural and Nutrition Research Center of Preak Leap National Institute…
Some weeks in Phnom Penh feel heavier with meaning than others. This was one of them. At the Hotel Cambodiana on Thursday, ministers, ambassadors, civil society leaders and survivors sat in the same room and listened as the country opened a new five-year chapter in its fight against gender-based violence. The project being launched is…
An editorial by Jas Sohl, founder of the Cambodia Private Business Centre, New Delhi and London I write this as a British citizen of Indian origin who has spent a meaningful part of his professional life thinking about how the Kingdom of Cambodia connects to the rest of the world. Through the Cambodia Private Business…
By the time most South-East Asian cities finish their morning rush, millions of litres of untreated wastewater have already begun a quiet journey into rivers, lakes and coastal waters. It is one of the least photogenic challenges in development, yet few issues will shape the next decade of Asian urbanisation more profoundly. India has spent…
By Jas Sohl There are moments in development work when a country does something that stops you in your tracks. Not because it is surprising, exactly, but because it confirms everything you have quietly believed for years. For me, that moment came when Cambodia became the fourth country in South-East Asia to complete UNESCO’s AI…
Cambodia’s trade relationship with Britain is entering a promising new phase, opening fresh opportunities for the kingdom’s agricultural producers to reach one of the world’s most sophisticated retail markets. With bilateral trade rising and Britain maintaining generous tariff preferences for Cambodia, the focus is shifting from basic market access to a more ambitious question: whether…
PHNOM PENH – If 2025 was a year of global hesitation, Cambodia’s banking sector responded with restraint rather than retreat. Lending continued to grow, savings rose sharply, and the system moved forward without drama — something that matters more than it often sounds. According to the National Bank of Cambodia’s annual report, outstanding loans increased…
In the 21st century, the world faces a paradox. While more than two-thirds of our planet is covered in water, less than 1% is accessible and suitable for human consumption. This limited availability, combined with rising demand due to population growth, urbanization, and industrialization, has created a crisis of water scarcity. At the heart of…
Over the past few decades, Cambodia has undergone a remarkable transition from a subsistence-based economy to one that is increasingly diversified and industrialised. Among the standout sectors leading this transformation is the automotive industry—an area that just a few years ago was barely in its infancy. Today, Cambodia is not only assembling vehicles and manufacturing…
Investing Where It Matters: Why Government-Backed Agri-Processing Can Reshape Cambodia’s Economic Future Cambodia’s rural economy holds untapped promise. While agriculture has long been the lifeblood of the nation, its full potential remains largely unrealized. Every year, millions of tonnes of raw produce—cashews, mangoes, tomatoes, bananas—are harvested across the country. Yet much of this bounty leaves…
The Cambodian Private Commercial Centre (CPCC), operated by AZ Group and led by Oknha Lim Bunsor and Mr. Jas Sohl, marked a pivotal step in Cambodia–India relations by hosting two high-level meetings in New Delhi on May 2, 2025. These strategic engagements explored investment opportunities, spiritual tourism, trade in agriculture and textiles, water infrastructure, and…
The United Kingdom continues to be a global leader in business, innovation, and trade, offering Cambodian entrepreneurs a reliable, transparent, and opportunity-rich environment to launch or expand their ventures. Establishing a presence in the UK opens the door to new markets, access to capital, advanced infrastructure, and strong professional networks. This guide outlines how Cambodian…
Each April, the Kingdom of Cambodia comes alive with the sound of laughter, the fragrance of incense, and the vibrant swirl of tradition. The Cambodian New Year, locally known as Choul Chnam Thmey (ចូលឆ្នាំថ្មី), is more than just a calendar event—it is a moment of cultural revival, spiritual renewal and deep familial connection. Celebrated from…
