The World Bank warns that East Asia and Pacific (EAP) countries, including Cambodia, face slowing growth due to global uncertainty and adverse factors like energy shocks, trade restrictions, and policy risks. Director Aaditya Mattoo stresses the need for reinforced macroeconomic ...
09th April 2026
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Cambodia and the US have signed a five-year, $36 million health agreement aimed at strengthening Cambodia's health system. The MOU, established by Cambodian officials and a US Embassy representative, will support disease prevention and improve data sharing. The partnership ...
08th April 2026
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The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) of Cambodia announced a decision to eliminate the 10% value-added tax (VAT) on diesel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) starting April 1, 2026, to alleviate the financial burden of rising fuel costs on households and businesses. The government ...
07th April 2026
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The Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME), supported by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), is launching a Green Energy Certification system to bolster Cambodia's export competitiveness. With clean energy already exceeding 63% of the national grid, Minister Keo Rottanak ...
06th April 2026
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A high-level AIIB delegation, led by President Zou Jiayi, concluded a two-day visit to Cambodia to solidify a $2 billion Country Cooperation Framework (CCF) for 2026–2030. Discussions with Prime Minister Hun Manet and Finance Minister Aun Pornmoniroth ...
03rd April 2026
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CBC's report reveals that Cambodia's credit balance reached 248.9 trillion riels ($62.2 billion) by 2025, with women constituting 52% of 5.13 million borrowers. Phnom Penh, Kandal, and Kampong Speu account for 61% of total loans, with Phnom Penh alone at 51%. Provinces ...
01st April 2026
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Cambodia's economy grew by 5% in 2025, down from 6% in 2024. While early momentum was driven by U.S. exports and tourism, growth slowed due to global uncertainties and a border conflict with Thailand. Manufacturing remains the main driver at 8.5%, showing ...
31st March 2026
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According to GDCE data, bilateral trade between Cambodia and Singapore skyrocketed by 191.5% YoY in first two months of 2026. This dramatic increase was primarily fueled by a 209.3% YoY surge in imports from Singapore, totaling $322 million, driven by ...
26th March 2026
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The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) has officially updated its "Lender of Last Resort" protocol, replacing the previous regulatory framework established in 2015. This new Prakas on Emergency Liquidity Assistance is designed to bolster the resilience of the country's banking sector and modernize its financial infrastructure. Under the updated guidelines, deposit-taking institutions facing temporary liquidity shortages can request assistance to prevent ...
24th March 2026
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The Royal Government of Cambodia recently convened an inter-ministerial meeting to draft the "Foresight Framework and Roadmap 2030." Led by the Ministry of Economy and Finance, the initiative aims to transition public administration into a ...
17th March 2026
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