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The $500M Breakthrough: US Biotech Giant Charles River Laboratories Launches Landmark Project in Kampong Thom
On January 15, 2026, Charles River Laboratories (CRL), a U.S.-based leader in life sciences, inaugurated a major $500 million biomedical research and breeding facility in Cambodiaโs Kampong Thom province. Presided…
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The $2.14 Billion Export Powerhouse: Royal Group Phnom Penh SEZ Drives 7% of Cambodiaโs Total Exports in 2025
In a record-breaking performance, the Royal Group Phnom Penh Special Economic Zone (RGPPSEZ) reported an export value of $2.14 billion in 2025. This single zone now accounts for 7% of…
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Navigating Capital Gains Tax: A Practical Guide for Expats
As of January 2026, Cambodiaโs tax landscape has entered a new era of enforcement. While the 20% Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on immovable property (real estate) has been officially postponed…
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The $20B Trade Target: Cambodia and Vietnam Accelerate Economic Integration in 2026
On January 13, 2026, Cambodia and Vietnam reaffirmed their commitment to push bilateral trade toward a historic $20 billion milestone. During a high-level meeting between Minister of Commerce H.E. Cham…
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The $208M Sihanoukville Revival: Cambodia Grants Special Incentives to 24 Major Projects
On January 13, 2026, the Royal Government of Cambodia officially greenlit a $208 million incentive package for 24 investment projects in Preah Sihanouk province. This strategic move, part of a…
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Can Cambodia Boost Productivity to Reach High-Income Status by 2050?
In a strategic meeting on January 12, 2026, the World Bank delivered a crucial economic “diagnosis” to Cambodiaโs Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI). The report highlights a…
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Why Cambodiaโs $3.7B Infrastructure Boom is the Real Reason US Investors are Staying After Their Vacation
In 2026, Cambodiaโs $3.7 billion infrastructure overhaulโanchored by the Techo International Airport and the Funan Techo Canalโis transforming the nation from a tourist stopover into a regional logistics powerhouse. For…
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Why $2,000/Month in Cambodia Buys You a Luxury Lifestyle That Costs $8,000 in Florida
For American retirees and digital nomads, Cambodia has emerged as a premier “lifestyle arbitrage” destination in 2026. While inflation has driven the cost of living in states like Florida to…
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Cambodia-China “Diamond” Partnership Deepens with Launch of Major Tire Plant in Svay Rieng
On January 12, 2026, Cambodia marked a major milestone in its industrial diversification with the inauguration of the Wanli Tire (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. manufacturing facility. Located in the Xin Bavet…
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ASEAN Trade Surge: Cambodiaโs Exports Hit $5.67 Billion as Regional Integration Deepens
Cambodiaโs economic footprint within the ASEAN bloc expanded significantly in 2025, reaching a total trade volume of $16.37 billion. According to data released by the Ministry of Commerce on January…
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