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Cambodia attracts $3.4 billion in foreign direct investment in early 2025

Cambodia approved 231 investment projects worth $3.4 billion in the first four months of 2025, which reflected a 34% increase compared to the same period in 2024. China remained the leading investor, reinforcing its economic influence in the region. In the month of April, the Council ...

08th May 2025

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Increased vehicle imports reflect growing demand for family cars in Cambodia

According to a report by Cambodia's General Department of Customs and Excise, vehicle imports in the country reached 554million in the first quarter of this year, marking a 51% increase from the $366 million recorded during the same period last year. Cambodia is now home to several vehicle assembly plants, including Ford, Toyota, Hyundai, and Isuzu, with BYD currently building its factory in a special economic zone in Preah Sihanouk province. The rise in vehicle assembly investments is driven ...

07th May 2025

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Corporate bond market in Cambodia surpasses $368 million in capital raised

Cambodia's corporate bond market has demonstrated significant growth, with total capital raised exceeding $368 million. This milestone reflects increasing investor confidence in the country's financial instruments and the broader economic landscape. The Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) reported ...

06th May 2025

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Cambodia and the U.S. set to launch trade negotiations in mid-May

Trade discussions between Cambodia and the United States are scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C., on May 14-15, 2025. These talks aim to strengthen bilateral economic relations, explore new trade opportunities, and address existing trade barriers. Key topics ...

05th May 2025

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Cambodia expands agricultural exports to global markets

Cambodia exported agricultural products to 95 countries last year, generating $5.2 billion in revenue, according to an official from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF). The country shipped 12 million tonnes of produce, out of a total ...

02nd May 2025

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Cambodia and Vietnam strengthen trade ties with $20 billion goal

Cambodia and Vietnam are intensifying their economic partnership with the ambitious goal of achieving $20 billion in bilateral trade. This collaboration reflects the growing interdependence between the two neighboring countries, which have seen significant increases in trade volume over recent years. Key exports from Cambodia to Vietnam include agricultural ...

30th April 2025

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Ministry of Commerce urges supermarkets to promote local products

The Ministry of Commerce in Cambodia has called on supermarkets to increase the sale of Khmer products. The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) initiated a "Business Matching Program" aimed at increasing the presence of Cambodian products in supermarkets and marts ...

29th April 2025

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Cambodia and South Korea launch cross-border credit sharing initiative

Cambodia and South Korea have introduced a cross-border credit report sharing service to improve financial access for citizens relocating between the two countries. The initiative allows financial institutions to securely access credit histories, enabling smoother credit assessments. With over 50,000 ...

28th April 2025

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Extended tax relief for Preah Sihanouk projects

The Royal Government will maintain property tax exemptions for delayed construction projects in Preah Sihanouk province under the 'Special Program to Promote Investment in Preah Sihanouk province 2024,' according to a statement from the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) ...

25th April 2025

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IMF revises global economic growth forecast to 2.8% for 2025

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has adjusted its global economic growth forecast for 2025 to 2.8%, citing persistent challenges such as inflation, geopolitical tensions, and sluggish recovery in key sectors. Based on the latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) update, as of April 4, global economic growth is predicted to decline to 2.8% in 2025 and 3% in 2026. These figures represent a downgrade from the January forecast ...

24th April 2025

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