Trade deficit prompts call to diversify exports
Cambodia’s trade deficit expanded to almost half a billion dollars during the first three months of the year, according to the latest figures from the Ministry of Commerce. Between January and March, Cambodia’s exports reached $1.99 billion, up 19 per cent compared to the same period last year, while imports reached $2.47 billion, up 12 per cent. In total, the country’s trade volume increased 15 per cent year-on-year to $4.46 billion. …
May Kunmakara
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