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The $2.4 Billion Trust Signal: How Savvy Western Investors are Securing Cambodian Real Estate in 2026
For decades, the primary hurdle for Western capital entering Southeast Asia was the complexity of land titles and asset security. In 2026, Cambodia has officially dismantled that barrier. The Trust…
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The $29M Sustainability Leap: A1 Plastics Breaks Ground on PET Recycling Hub in Pursat
Hong Kong-based A1 Plastics has officially broken ground on a $29-million Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) recycling facility in Pursatโs Krakor Special Economic Zone. Presided over by H.E. Keo Rottanak, Minister of…
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The Mekong Shift: Cambodiaโs $3 Billion Week Signals a New Era for Western Capital
THE BRIEF | JANUARY 18, 2026 While the global markets watch for volatility, Cambodia has quietly executed a “Masterclass” in attracting high-value FDI. In just seven days, the Kingdom has…
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Modernizing the Gateway: Cambodia and EuroCham Partner to Supercharge Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (PAS)
On January 16, 2026, Deputy Prime Minister H.E. Sun Chanthol chaired a high-level review of the EuroCham Policy Paper aimed at revolutionizing the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (PAS). This public-private collaboration…
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The $2.4 Billion Trust Surge: Cambodiaโs Asset Management Sector Hits Historic High in 2025
On January 16, 2026, the Trust Regulator (TR) of Cambodia released its annual report, revealing a massive wave of confidence in the Kingdomโs financial structuring. With 590 new trusts registered…
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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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The 10-Year Green Roadmap: Cambodia and Mizuda Group Partner to Modernize Urban Waste into Energy
On January 15, 2026, Cambodiaโs Ministry of Environment signed a landmark 10-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chinaโs Mizuda Group to overhaul the nationโs waste infrastructure. Running from 2026 to…
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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…