The US-ABC’s Move into Cambodia: What are the Nauces?
The announcement that the US-ASEAN Business Council (US-ABC) plans to establish a permanent office in Cambodia is on the surface a diplomatic win. But when you layer it on top of…
Economic Overview & Investment Climate
Cambodia’s Agricultural Sector: Export Performance and Global Recognition
Overview Cambodia’s agricultural sector demonstrated strong performance in 2025, with export revenue exceeding USD 4.18 billion in the first ten months and international recognition for rice quality. The Kingdom maintained…
Cambodia Investment Climate 2025: Growth and Policy Framework
Economic Performance According to the 2025 Investment Climate Statement released by the US Department of State, Cambodia’s gross domestic product grew by 5.3% in 2024 and is projected to rise…
World Bank, ADB and AMRO Project Cambodia’s Economic Growth at 4.8-4.9% in 2025
Cambodia’s economy is projected to grow between 4.8-4.9% in 2025, according to assessments from the World Bank, ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO), and Asian Development Bank (ADB). Growth is expected…
Cambodia Attracted 575 Investment Projects Worth USD 9.2 Billion in January-October 2025
In the first ten months of 2025, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) approved 575 investment projects worth USD 9.2 billion, marking a 67% increase from the same…
Cambodia Attracted 491 Investment Projects Worth USD 7.2 Billion in January-August 2025
In the first eight months of 2025, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) approved 491 investment projects worth USD 7.2 billion, marking a 50% YoY increase. The projects…
IMF Reviews Cambodia’s Economic Performance with 5.2% Growth Projection
Despite challenges including border tensions with Thailand, construction sector weakness, and rising non-performing loans, Cambodia’s economy is projected to expand by 5.2 percent in 2025, according to the National Bank…
In First Half of 2025, Over 5,600 Businesses Registered in Cambodia
More than 5,600 new businesses were registered in Cambodia from January to June 2025, underscoring growing investor confidence and a resilient entrepreneurial spirit. Of these, 49 registrations were completed through…
$500M Solar Energy Investment in Kampong Speu Province
Dongbaishan Holding Group, with over 20 years of experience in China, is collaborating with the Cambodia-China Development Community Association and SL Sunlight Green Energy Sorlapower Co., Ltd. to invest USD…
Cambodia Attracted 373 Investment Projects Worth USD 5.8 Billion in H1
In the first half of 2025, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) approved 373 investment projects worth $5.8 billion, nearly two-thirds in the industrial sector. The projects are…
Cambodia’s Renewable Energy Grows, but Share Declines
Cambodia’s share of renewables in final energy consumption (FEC) has dropped from 60.6% in 2016 to 52.4% by end-2023, despite substantial increases in green energy generation, according to an ASEAN…
Cambodia Explores Role as Regional Film Production Hub through U.S. Partnership
Cambodia is taking steps to establish itself as a regional center for film and television production, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Camwood Studios and U.S.-based…