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Cambodia and China initiate '2+2' strategic talks

On April 22-23, 2026, Prime Minister Hun Manet inaugurated a high-level "2+2" Strategic Dialogue with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Defence Minister Admiral Dong Jun. This new diplomatic format aims to deepen the "ironclad" friendship and all-weather community with a ...

23rd April 2026

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49% jump in Cambodia-Malaysia trade in Q1 2026

Bilateral trade between Cambodia and Malaysia surged 49.4% in Q1 2026, reaching $373 million. According to GDCE data, while Cambodian exports totaled $55 million, imports from Malaysia climbed to $318 million. This deficit highlights Cambodia's reliance on Malaysian petroleum, ...

22nd April 2026

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IRC introduces a strategic development plan to modernize the insurance sector

The Insurance Regulator of Cambodia (IRC) has launched its 2025-2030 Strategic Development Plan to enhance financial stability and public trust. Director General Bou Chanphirou emphasized the sector's role in strengthening social safety nets amid global uncertainty. From 2021 to 2025, the market ...

21st April 2026

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China leads $2.5 billion investment surge in Cambodia for Q1 2026

According to the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), the Kingdom attracted $2.5 billion in total investment during the first quarter, approving 146 projects with the potential to create 82,000 jobs. China remains the leading investor, contributing $1.169 billion (46.77%), followed by ...

20th April 2026

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World Bank flags slowing growth risks for Cambodia and East Asia Pacific

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 US formalize $36M health sector partnership

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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Diesel and LPG supply exempted from 10% VAT by Ministry of Economy and Finance

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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Cambodia set to formalize green energy standards through new certification initiative

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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Cambodia and the AIIB engage in high-level discussions regarding a $2 billion strategic cooperation framework

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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Cambodia's credit surpasses USD 62 billion in 2025, says CBC

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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