International relations

Trade between Cambodia and Malaysia reached $715 million in the January to October period this year, a jump of 35.3 percent compared to the same period last year, according to the data of the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) released recently. ...

Cambodia continues to support Timor-Leste in becoming a member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and highly values the country’s potential. ...

Cambodia is optimistic about attracting additional direct investment from Japan, following a meeting between major Cambodian business leaders and Japanese financiers to explore the business climate and partnership opportunities across various sectors. ...

The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) and the Department of Business & Trade (DBT) of the United Kingdom held a roundtable meeting to discuss mechanisms to improve the investment climate for British private companies. ...

A recent analysis by CBRE Cambodia highlights the potential risks and opportunities for Cambodia’s upcoming trade and investment trends as US President-elect Donald Trump and his administration gear up to take office for the second term as US President. ...

As of October 2024, Cambodia has a total of 1,273 factories invested by Chinese investors, totaling $9.08 billion, which represents 45.49 percent of the country’s overall investment capital. ...

In the first ten months, the United States remained Cambodia’s number one export market, while Vietnam at number two, according to a data released by the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE). ...

The Supreme Court of Cambodia (SCC) participated in discussions and exchanges of views on the progress of ASEAN-plus cooperation and the future of the Council of ASEAN Chief Justices, aiming to strengthen closer ties between the courts of ASEAN countries and promote judicial cooperation. ...

The government is expected to approve the establishment of the Joint Technical Committee (JTC) during a cabinet meeting on Tuesday to negotiate with Cambodia over the development of disputed maritime areas in the Gulf of Thailand. ...

Prime Minister Hun Manet yesterday assured foreign investors that their investments are safe in Cambodia, as it provides a stable environment for businesses. ...

Prime Minister Hun Manet held fruitful meetings in Kunming, Yunnan province, China, where he met with the Governor of Yunnan, leaders from Vietnam and Myanmar, business representatives, and Cambodian students studying in Yunnan. ...

China has been supporting Cambodia in expanding its national network coverage, aiming to achieve 100% high-speed Internet coverage in urban areas and 70% in rural areas by 2025. ...

Meeting Myanmar junta leader Senior General Min Aung Hlaing for the first time since taking office, Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed hope for a peaceful resolution to the crisis in that country. ...

Cambodian businesses are eager to strengthening relations with the US during the upcoming Donald Trump Administration. ...

Prime Minister Hun Manet encouraged Chinese companies to invest in Cambodia’s agricultural sector, particularly in high-potential crops such as durian, cashew nuts, and cassava. ...

A delegation of Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC), led by its Chairman of Asia-Africa-Middle East Committee, Dewan Saiful Alam, has visited Cambodia to learn more about Cambodia’s investment opportunities and potential. ...

The 2024 China-Cambodia Digital Economy Cooperation Forum and the inauguration of the China-Cambodia Digital Economy Professional Association marked a significant milestone in deepening digital cooperation between the two nations. ...

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved $10 million in grant financing to address gender-based violence (GBV) in Cambodia to help meet the country’s target of zero GBV by 2030. ...

Prime Minister Hun Manet will participate in a series of summits in Kunming, Yunnan province in China tomorrow and Thursday. ...

Cambodia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Sok Chenda Sophea, recently hosted Australian Ambassador Derek Yip in Phnom Penh to discuss the growing economic and diplomatic ties between Cambodia and Australia. ...

Various United Nations (UN) agencies recently commended the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) for its progress in socio-economic development and pledged to enhance cooperation in priority sectors to help the country achieve sustainable goals benefitting the citizens. ...

The Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) and the Embassy of Japan in Cambodia (EoJ) organised a seminar recently to enhance the development of human resources in the telecommunication and digital technologies sectors. ...

Japan’s new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed his gratitude to Senate President Hun Sen for his congratulatory message upon his appointment. ...

As the world converges in Colombia for the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), Cambodia stands ready to showcase its ambitious environmental initiatives. ...