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Banks, MFIs back sustainable finance shift in Cambodia

Cambodia’s financial sector is steadily pivoting towards a more responsible and inclusive future, as banks and microfinance institutions (MFIs) embrace sustainable finance to support economic resilience, social progress, and environmental protection.​ ...

Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501702148/banks-mfis-back-sustainable-finance-shift-in-cambodia/

Cambodia, Japan discuss location options for green SEZ

The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training is reviewing proposed locations for the establishment of a Green Special Economic Zone (SEZ), following a meeting with representatives from the Business Research Institute of Cambodia (BRIC) and Japanese development partners. ...

Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501702918/cambodia-japan-discuss-location-options-for-green-sez/

Majority of FDI projects based in PP, coastal areas, study says

Most Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) projects are concentrated in the capital and coastal areas, and have focused on low-tech manufacturing, which offer limited opportunities for spillovers and industrial upgrading, a study carried out by the Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI) has highlighted. ...

Sreekanth Ravindran
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501702905/majority-of-fdi-projects-based-in-pp-coastal-areas-study-says/

Chanthol assures US tariff talks success in R3

Since the end of the second round of tariff talks with the United States on June 4-6, Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol, for the first time on Monday, said that Cambodia is hopeful of securing a successful outcome in the third round of US tariff ...

Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501702920/chanthol-assures-us-tariff-talks-success-in-r3/

PM reassures power, internet stability in border provinces

Prime Minister Hun Manet Tuesday dismissed concerns over potential electricity and internet shortages in the provinces along the Thailand border, reaffirming sufficient supply to every resident through domestic renewable energy and hydropower projects. ...

Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501702914/pm-reassures-power-internet-stability-in-border-provinces/

Cambodia’s economy to grow 6.3% in FY2025, PM says

Cambodia’s economy is projected to expand by 6.3 percent in 2025, fueled by continued growth in the industry, services, and agriculture sectors, said Prime Minister Hun Manet on Sunday. ...

Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501700854/cambodias-economy-to-grow-6-3-in-fy2025-pm-says/

PM urges banks, MFIs to ease debt burden of returning workers

Prime Minister Hun Manet Saturday called on the Association of Banks in Cambodia (ABC) and the Cambodia Microfinance Association (CMA) to explore ways to ease the financial burden on Cambodian workers returning from Thailand, particularly those facing outstanding debts with financial institutions. ...

Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501700860/pm-urges-banks-mfis-to-ease-debt-burden-of-returning-workers/

MPTC, ADB discusses digital governance project

The Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Tuesday held talks on a governance project aimed at strengthening digital systems, infrastructure, and human capital for sustainable national development. ...

Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501695160/mptc-adb-discusses-digital-governance-project/

Mekong restoration in line with sustainable development plans

The Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) yesterday convened an inter-ministerial meeting to explore policy incentives for the restoration of Upper Mekong River, aiming to support sustainable economic development and protect critical water infrastructure​. ...

Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501695189/mekong-restoration-in-line-with-sustainable-development-plans/

FTC project ‘a catalyst for Kingdom’s growth march

Speaking at a meeting with residents in Traeuy Sla Commune, Sa Ang District, Kandal province, on Tuesday, Governor Chamroeun extended his heartfelt gratitude to the people for their unwavering support of the Royal Government’s efforts to construct what he called a “historic achievement” for Cambodia. ...

Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501695195/ftc-project-a-catalyst-for-kingdoms-growth-march/

Cambodia repays $117M in debt service to China

The Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) has repaid approximately $117 million in debt service to China during the first quarter of 2025, comprising $87 million in principal and $30 million in interest. ...

Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501693920/cambodia-repays-117m-in-debt-service-to-china/

Senate, National Assembly laud govt for advancing informal economy

The Senate and the National Assembly commended the Royal Government for its unwavering commitment to promoting, developing, supporting, and facilitating citizens engaged in work and business within the informal economy. ...

Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501694549/senate-national-assembly-laud-govt-for-advancing-informal-economy/

MPWT wraps up land marking for second section of FTC

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has completed site inspections, data collection, regulatory checks, and land marking for the second section of the Funan Techo Canal (FTC) in Kandal province. ...

Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501693922/mpwt-wraps-up-land-marking-for-second-section-of-ftc/

Good sign for economic resilience in Cambodia amid global uncertainty

Despite a challenging global trade landscape, the global effects of inflation, realignment of tariffs, and geopolitical tensions, Cambodia’s march towards inclusive, sustainable and resilient growth goes on. With strong fundamentals, collaborative public policies and recalibrated strategic diplomacy, the Kingdom seems to continue pursuing healthy economic growth ...

Dr Darin DUCH
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501684696/good-sign-for-economic-resilience-in-cambodia-amid-global-uncertainty/

Cambodia moves to synchronize SME data for better service

In a significant step towards enhancing Cambodia’s small and medium enterprise (SME) ecosystem, Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation, Tuesday chaired an inter-ministerial meeting focused on synchronizing SME data nationwide.   ...

Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501684078/cambodia-moves-to-synchronize-sme-data-for-better-service/

FASMEC eyes investment in Northeastern provinces

The Federation of Associations for Small and Medium Enterprises of Cambodia (FASMEC) Monday evinced interest in investing in four Northeastern provinces, with plans to establish SME clusters aimed at producing and processing local products into finished goods for both domestic consumption and export to international ...

Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501683398/fasmec-eyes-investment-in-northeastern-provinces/

How Cambodia’s OVOP brought about qualitative shift in farmers’ lives

Farmers in rural communities in Cambodia, much like in many developing countries, face long-standing challenges including low income, limited access to markets, and vulnerability to climate and economic shocks.   ...

Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501682248/how-cambodias-ovop-brought-about-qualitative-shift-in-farmers-lives/

GDT collects $1.25 billion as tax income in Q1

The General Department of Taxation (GDT) collected taxes totalling $1.25 billion between January and March of this year, an official report showed on Thursday. ...

Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501681322/gdt-collects-1-25-billion-as-tax-income-in-q1/

Textile and garment exports zoom to record $3.5B in Q1

Cambodia’s exports of textile and garment products reached approximately $3.5 billion in the first three months of 2025, marking a record 20.1 percent increase compared to the same period in 2024, said Sun Mesa, spokesman of the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training (MLVT) yesterday. ...

Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501681326/textile-and-garment-exports-zoom-to-record-3-5b-in-q1/

Tina highlights IP registration to boost value of agri products

Dith Tina, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries yesterday highlighted the importance of intellectual property registration to boost the value of agricultural products.   ...

Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501679354/tina-highlights-ip-registration-to-boost-value-of-agri-products/

NBC to conduct 12th Macroeconomic Conference on SMEs

The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) will host the 12th Annual Macroeconomic Conference in December 2025, focusing on ‘Promoting the Participation of Small and Medium Enterprises in Cambodian Economic Development’, according to an announcement released on Friday.   ...

Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501679358/nbc-to-conduct-12th-macroeconomic-conference-on-smes/

Cambodia’s new e-service strategy to revamp biz landscape

The launch of Cambodia’s ‘Strategy for the Development of E-Services for Business 2025–2028’ is expected to redefine public service delivery for businesses, creating a robust digital ecosystem that promotes efficiency, transparency, and ease of access.   ...

Sum Manet
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501678897/cambodias-new-e-service-strategy-to-revamp-biz-landscape/

PM exhorts journos to promote Cambodia to attract investors

Prime Minister Hun Manet Saturday urged journalists and all citizens to help promote the positive aspects of Cambodia, especially its tourism sector to attract foreign investors and tourists.   ...

Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501678928/pm-exhorts-journos-to-promote-cambodia-to-attract-investors/

Cambodia exports processed fisheries products to Australia (VIDEO)

Poum Sotha, Delegate of the Royal Government, Director General of Fisheries Administration (FiA), said that three Cambodian enterprises have exported processed fisheries products to Australia, while five other processing enterprises are preparing to export to the European market.   ...

Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501677939/cambodia-exports-processed-fisheries-products-to-australia/

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