Economy and commerce
Investment
CDC propose increased Vietnamese rubber investment
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has urged Vietnamese investors to invest in the creation of agricultural-industrial zones, with the goal of meeting growing demand for rubber processing and other agricultural production. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/cdc-propose-increased-vietnamese-rubber-investment
Japanese company keen to invest in Cambodian aquaculture
Japanese company Regional Fish Institute, Ltd, which specialises in aquaculture, has shown interest in the Kingdom’s aquaculture sector and has requested guidance from the leadership of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) regarding this matter. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/japanese-company-keen-to-invest-in-cambodian-aquaculture
Global Textile Summit a chance to demonstrate Cambodia’s investment potential
Sun Chanthol, first vice-chairman of The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) opened the Cambodia Global Textile Summit 2025. ...
‘Special Equipment Testing Center’ officially opens in Cambodia
Concerns regarding the safety of hydraulic and other industrial equipment used in the Kingdom will be addressed, thanks to the opening of a “Special Equipment Testing Center” by Chinese company Te Zhong Shebei JianceYanjiu Yuan (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. ...
Japan urged to boost investment in Cambodia
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF) and the Ministry of Environment (MoE) yesterday called on the Japan-Cambodia Association (JCA) to explore further investment opportunities in Cambodia, particularly in the agricultural and environmental sector, which offers significant potential for growth. ...
Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501663437/japan-urged-to-boost-investment-in-cambodia/
K Thom’s infra development to boost investment, connectivity
Kampong Thom province is poised to become more attractive to both local and foreign investors, particularly in key sectors such as agro-industry, manufacturing, and tourism, once key infrastructure projects are completed, said Vongsey Vissoth, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister in charge of the Office of ...
Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501663419/k-thoms-infra-development-to-boost-investment-connectivity/
Cambodia-US boost investment ties amid tariff risks
Cambodia and the United States reaffirmed their commitment to fostering economic cooperation during the second Cambodia-US Public-Private Sector Dialogue on Wednesday, co-chaired by Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), and Bridgette L. Walker, ...
Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501661174/cambodia-us-boost-investment-ties-amid-tariff-risks/
PM allocates $1 billion to develop Sihanoukville
Prime Minister Hun Manet has pledged to invest more than $1 billion by 2029 into Preah Sihankouk to develop the province, with a particular focus on strengthening its international port. ...
Chhorn Raksmey
https://kiripost.com/stories/pm-allocates-1-billion-to-develop-sihanoukville
Chinese delegation: government policies key driver of Cambodia investment
Investment capital from Chinese investors has increased this year. In the first two months of 2025, nearly 80% of the total investment capital in Cambodia came from China, with Special Economic Zones (SEZs) becoming a key driving force in attracting Chinese investors. ...
Commerce chamber conducts Vietnam networking tour
The Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC) has urged Vietnamese businessmen to visit Cambodia to explore potential partnerships with Cambodian entrepreneurs and opportunities for direct investment in Cambodia, as bilateral trade between the two countries in 2024 reached nearly $7.8 billion. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/commerce-chamber-conducts-vietnam-networking-tour-
Chinese firms eye investment in Cambodia
Two Chinese companies, one an industrial park management firm and another electric storage battery manufacturer, Wednesday evinced interest in exploring investment opportunities in Cambodia. ...
Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501657679/chinese-firms-eye-investment-in-cambodia/
New MoU sees commerce ministry back domestic animal feed production
The Ministry of Commerce has thrown its weight behind efforts to promote the Kingdom’s domestic animal feed industry, signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with six factories to facilitate the purchase of ingredients. ...
Zhengzhou development group considering Cambodian investments
The leadership of the Zhengzhou Agricultural Development Group, based in China’s Henan province, has expressed interest in investment opportunities in Cambodia, particularly in the development of agro-industrial parks. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/zhengzhou-development-group-considering-cambodian-investments
EU invests $87 million to modernize Cambodia’s agriculture and boost market access
The European Union (EU) is investing nearly $87 million to modernize Cambodia’s agricultural sector and improve farmers’ access to domestic and international markets. ...
Seoung Nimol
https://cambojanews.com/eu-invests-87-million-to-modernize-cambodias-agriculture-and-boost-market-access/
Indian ambassador pledges increased trade, tourism promotion
Recently appointed Indian Ambassador to Cambodia Bawitlung Vanlalvawna has committed to expanding India-Cambodia bilateral trade relations and encouraging more Indian investors and tourists to visit the Kingdom. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/indian-ambassador-pledges-increased-trade-tourism-promotion
CDC lays out recommendations to bolster G-PSF mechanism
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) outlined four key recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of the Royal Government-Private Sector Forum (G-PSF), focusing on improving communication, accelerating operational procedures and developing the website. ...
Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501653004/cdc-lays-out-recommendations-to-bolster-g-psf-mechanism/
Cambodia attracts $1.06 billion investment in first two months
Cambodia approved fixed-assets investment projects worth $1,069 million in the first two months of 2025 with a total number of projects of 104 projects, a Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) report showed yesterday. ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501652372/cambodia-attracts-1-06-billion-investment-in-first-two-months/
Jan-Feb saw CDC say yes to 112 investment projects
More than 40 investment projects, totaling over $320 million, were approved by the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) in February, bringing the total number of investment projects approved by the CDC in the first two months of 2025 to 112, with a total ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/jan-feb-saw-cdc-say-yes-to-112-investment-projects
Cambodia, China hold talks on investment cooperation, development of SEZs
The Deputy Secretary General of the Cambodian Investment Board (CIB) Suon Sophal, today led a working group to meet and discuss with Li Yongjun, Director-General of the General Department of Economic Cooperation and Overseas Investment of the Ministry of Commerce of China, with the aim ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501651653/cambodia-china-hold-talks-on-investment-cooperation-development-of-sezs/
50 Chinese firms explore biz prospects in Cambodia
Top representatives of approximately 50 companies from Henan Province, China, are currently in Cambodia to explore investment opportunities, reflecting further deepening of economic ties between the two countries. ...
Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501650209/50-chinese-firms-explore-biz-prospects-in-cambodia/
CDC to decentralize investment registration process
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) is working on the decentralization of the investment project registration process to the sub-national level to enhance a smoother and more efficient investment environment. ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501651209/cdc-to-decentralize-investment-registration-process/
New $500 million SEZ on way in Preah Sihanouk
A new special economic zone (SEZ) in Preah Sihanouk province – with total investment of approximately $500 million – is reportedly close to final approval. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/new-500-million-sez-on-way-in-preah-sihanouk-
Japanese delegation seek investment opportunities in Cambodia
A Japanese business delegation representing around 40 companies has expressed appreciation for the efforts of the Cambodian government, which continually is working to build confidence in investors from all over the world. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/business/japanese-delegation-seek-investment-opportunities-in-cambodia
Govt officials inspect P Sihanouk projects to boost investment climate
Hean Sahib, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Economy and Finance and Chairman of the Investment Promotion Working Group for Preah Sihanouk, Monday led an inspection team to the Peninsula Bay project and Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone (SSEZ) to strengthen investment promotion under the ...