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Our research reports provide comprehensive, up-to-date
information and analysis on the Cambodian economy in regional
and global context, selected industries, and the equity market in Cambodia.

Market Update

Cambodia to start exporting coconuts to China

Cambodia celebrated a significant milestone with its first coconut exporting ceremony to China, attended by Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Following the signing of a phytosanitary protocol last year, 13 ....

Cambodia celebrated a signific...

April 23, 2024

Market Update

China's Foreign Minister visits Cambodia to bolster Belt and Road projects

In conjunction with the Cambodia-China exchange year, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi embarked on a three-day visit to Cambodia to participate in the seventh intergovernmental coordination committee (ICC) meeting, aimed at advancing projects ...

In conjunction with the Cambod...

April 22, 2024

Market Update

Garment, footwear, and travel goods export increase by 20%

In the first quarter of 2024, Cambodia's exports of garments, footwear, and travel goods surged by 20%, reaching over $2.9 billion, compared to $2.4 billion in the same period last year. Apparel and textiles exports alone increased by 23%, totaling ...

In the first quarter of 2024, ...

April 19, 2024

Market Update

Khmer New Year sees unprecedented rise in tourism in Cambodia

According to the Ministry of Tourism, Cambodia experienced a remarkable influx of tourists over the four days of the Khmer New Year from April 13 to 16. The coastal provinces such as Kep, Preah Sihanouk, and Koh Kong ...

According to the Ministry of T...

April 18, 2024

Market Update

Cambodia's trade with ASEAN nation surges

According to a report from the Ministry of Commerce, Cambodia's cross-border trade with other ASEAN countries surged by 18.64% to $4.32 billion in 1Q24. In the first quarter of this year, the Kingdom exported $1.77 billion worth of goods to other ASEAN ...

According to a report from the...

April 17, 2024

Market Update

Government allocates $100 million for agricultural interventions

The Royal Government of Cambodia has allocated $100 million for agriculture interventions aimed at ensuring the stability of agricultural prices in response to fluctuations in the world market. This reserved budget was disclosed by PM Hun ...

The Royal Government of Cambod...

April 12, 2024

Market Update

As high as 67% of Cambodians have access to financial services

According to Governor Chea Serey of the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC), as high as 67% of Cambodians have access to formal financial services, an increase of 18% from 2015. Governor Serey stressed the need to promote financial ...

According to Governor Chea Ser...

April 11, 2024

Market Update

Cambodia expects to graduate from Least Developed Country (LDC) status in 2029

Cambodia is expected to achieve graduation from its Least Developed Country (LDC) status by 2029, extending beyond the initial target of 2027. Minister of Planning Bin Trachhey revealed plans for the country's second ...

Cambodia is expected to achiev...

April 10, 2024

Market Update

Construction investments increase despite number of projects drop in 2023

According to a report issued by the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) and the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction issued construction permits to 3,207 projects in 2023, a 25% YoY decrease. However, construction ...

According to a report issued b...

April 9, 2024

Market Update

Cambodia generates $123.6 million in revenue from rice exports in 1Q24

According to the Cambodia Rice Federation (CRF), Cambodia's milled rice exports in the first quarter of 2024 reached 166,451 tons, declining by 5.7% compared to the same period in the previous year. Revenue from these exports ...

According to the Cambodia Rice...

April 8, 2024