Phnom Penh: Cambodia and Japan have formalised a grant aid agreement worth approximately US$2.8 million (416 million Japanese yen) to support the Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) project. Key Highlights:
Phnom Penh: Cambodia is accelerating the modernisation of its national logistics system, aiming to improve supply chain efficiency and attract greater foreign investment, as emphasized during the 11th National Logistics Council (NLC) Meeting chaired by H.E. Sun Chanthol on July 8, 2026. Key Strategic Objectives:
Phnom Penh: H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice-Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), announced that Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet will grant a special interview to Bloomberg to promote Cambodia’s investment potential on the global stage. Key Highlights:
Phnom Penh: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projected on Wednesday that Cambodia’s economic growth will moderate to 3.0 percent in 2026, citing higher energy prices, trade policy uncertainties, and weakened tourism as key headwinds. Key IMF Findings: IMF Cambodia Economic Outlook 2026 🇰🇭 ខ្មែរ 🇬🇧 English 🇨🇳 中文 ទស្សនវិស័យសេដ្ឋកិច្ចកម្ពុជា ២០២៦ (IMF) កំណើន GDP ប៉ាន់ស្មាន ៣.០%
Phnom Penh: According to the Cambodia Rice Federation, Cambodia exported 630,319 tonnes of rice to international markets in the first half of 2026, generating revenue of over $367 million. Export Destinations: A total of 60 companies participated in these exports. Fragrant rice accounted for the largest share at 59.81%. Additionally, Cambodia exported over 3.17 million
Phnom Penh: A feasibility study has confirmed that Cambodia holds significant potential to establish agro-industrial parks. These projects are expected to be instrumental in transforming the agricultural sector by attracting private investment and increasing the added value of Cambodian agricultural products in the national economy. Strategic Highlights:
Ratanakiri: On the morning of Wednesday, July 8, 2026, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate and President of the Cambodian People’s Party, held a meeting with nearly 800 local council members and administrative leaders in Ratanakiri Province. This visit marks the 20th province/municipality visited under the “Grassroots Outreach” mission, which began on April
Kampong Cham: Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet has reiterated the government’s commitment to modernizing Cambodia’s transport sector, aiming to boost economic growth through the “Comprehensive Master Plan on Cambodia Intermodal Transport and Logistics System 2023-2033.” Key Strategic Initiatives: Cambodia Logistics Master Plan 2023-2033 Cambodia Logistics Master Plan 2023-2033 · 11 Hubs Nationwide
Phnom Penh: The Cambodia Microfinance Association (CMA) released its 2025 Annual Report on July 5, highlighting a year of strong growth in lending and deposits despite global economic challenges. The report reflects a growing public and business confidence in the sector. Mrs. Dith Nita, Vice-Chairwoman of the CMA Board, characterized 2025 as a pivotal year.
Kampong Cham: On July 7, 2026, Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet officially inaugurated the upgraded National Road 7 (Skun-Kampong Cham). Valued at nearly $118 million, this 45.5 km highway is a cornerstone of the infrastructure legacy established by Samdech Techo Hun Sen. Key Highlights from PM Hun Manet’s Address: