Techo International Airport scheduled to open on September 9, says SSCA
The State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA) has announced that the Royal Government of Cambodia will open the Techo International Airport on September 9, 2025. Located in Kandal province, the world-class Class 4F facility is part of the government's long-term plan to ...
10th July 2025
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ARDB disburses $440 million to support agriculture sector
The Cambodian government has provided financing packages to the Agricultural and Rural Development Bank (ARDB), injecting around $440 million into the agricultural sector as of the first half of 2025. This commitment is reflected in ARDB's aim to expand loan capital and meet the sector's growing financial needs. The bank focuses on lending to citizens looking to start real businesses and has called for affordable loans for farmers. In 2024, Cambodia exported over 12 million tons of agricultural products ...
09th July 2025
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Cambodia set to host 6th Francophonie Entrepreneur Meeting in 2026
Cambodia will host the 6th Edition of the Francophonie Entrepreneur Meeting in 2026 to strengthen trade linkages, innovation ecosystems, and investment partnerships within the Francophone business community. Secretary of State Sun Sovanna announced the event during the 5th Edition, which gathered over a thousand high-level decision-makers, international institution representatives, and business leaders. Discussions focused on development strategies, regional value chain integration, and ...
08th July 2025
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Basic food basket costs drop by 5.1% YoY from March to May
The World Food Programme (WFP) has reported a 5.1% decline in the average cost of the Basic Food Basket (BFB) in Cambodia from March to May 2025. The average cost of BFB was approximately KHR 105,000 per person per month, equivalent to $25.6, a 5.1% YoY ...
07th July 2025
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Cambodia and Japan launch phase I of cross-border QR payment cooperation
ACLEDA Bank Plc, the first listed Commercial Bank in Cambodia, has launched a cross-border QR code payment cooperation between Cambodia and Japan. The initiative, initiated by the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) and the Payments Japan Association (PJA), aims to enhance transaction security, facilitate seamless cross-border payments, stimulate tourism, reduce cash usage, and save time during visits to either country. The collaboration is ...
04th July 2025
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Cambodia introduces v-Pass pilot to replace entry stamps for visitor
The General Department of Immigration (GDI) has introduced a new digital "v-Pass" system to make traveling to and from Cambodia easier. Starting July 1, 2025, the pilot test for the system is officially underway. The v-Pass system replaces the previous passport stamp ...
03rd July 2025
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CGCC launches $200 million economic stimulus guarantee program
The Credit Guarantee Corporation of Cambodia (CGCC) has launched a $200 million Economic Stimulus Guarantee Scheme (ESGS) to support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and large firms in securing financing. The scheme, approved by the Deputy Prime ...
02nd July 2025
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AEC strategic plan to encourage khmer riel in international transactions
The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) has released its Strategic Plan (2026-2030) to promote the use of local currencies, including Khmer riel, for cross-border transactions. The plan aims to reduce the region's vulnerability to exchange rate fluctuations and external economic and financial shocks, and to lower transaction costs associated with cross-border payments. The AEC has six strategic measures under this objective, including ensuring effective implementation of investment liberalization initiatives, ...
01st July 2025
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CDC promotes manufacturing supply chain investment to Chinese enterprises
Cambodia's Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has encouraged Chinese companies to invest in the manufacturing of raw materials and semi-finished goods in the country to strengthen domestic value chains and enhance industrial resilience. The proposal was made during a meeting between Chea Vuthy, Secretary-General of the Cambodian Investment Board (CIB), and Hua Xiaofeng, Vice President of Wuxi Guolian Group Co., Ltd., a state-owned conglomerate ...
30th June 2025
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