Official Report Cites Strong International Demand for Garments, Footwear, and Electrical Equipment
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – Cambodia’s export sector achieved robust growth in the first 11 months of 2025, reaching approximately US$27.37 billion. This figure represents a significant 14 percent increase compared to the corresponding period last year, according to an official report released on Wednesday by the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) of Cambodia.
I. Top Export Destinations Fueling Growth
US Market Leads 27% Import Jump
The United States remained the dominant market for Cambodian goods, driving the overall export expansion. The US imported a total of US$11.5 billion, posting an impressive 27 percent year-on-year growth.
Other primary export destinations included:
- Vietnam: US$3.38 billion
- China: US$1.6 billion
- Japan: US$1.27 billion
- Canada: US$1.01 billion
II. Diverse Product Categories Underpin Performance
Strong Demand Across Key International Markets
H.E. Penn Sovicheat, Secretary of State and Spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce, attributed the substantial rise in exports to increasing international demand for Cambodian-made products.
“The increase in exports reflects the strong demand for Cambodian products in foreign markets, particularly in the United States, the European Union, and RCEP member countries,” he stated.
Cambodia’s main export products include a diverse range of high-demand goods:
- Garments and textiles
- Machinery and electrical equipment
- Footwear and leather goods
- Grains, rubber, fruits, and vegetables
- Furniture, pearls, and toys
III. Imports and Trade Balance Update
During the same 11-month period, Cambodia imported goods valued at US$30.65 billion, marking an 18.2 percent year-on-year increase. Major imports primarily consist of medicines and supplements, consumables, and food and beverages.