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 Cambodia’s total national exports, which hit a historic high of $31 billion last year. Driven by 91 manufacturing giants from 15 different nations, the zone […]
On January 15, 2026, Cambodia’s Ministry of Environment signed a landmark 10-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China’s Mizuda Group to overhaul the nation’s waste infrastructure. Running from 2026 to 2036, this strategic partnership aims to transform urban refuse into economic value through high-tech sorting, recycling, and waste-to-energy projects. This initiative is a core pillar
As of January 2026, Cambodia’s 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 until January 1, 2027, the tax is now fully effective for share transfers, leases, and investment assets. For the expat community, understanding these “staggered” deadlines
The center of Cambodian cultural tourism is shifting northward in 2026, as the UNESCO-listed Koh Ker and the clifftop masterpiece Preah Vihear move from “off-the-beaten-path” to essential destinations. While Angkor Wat remains iconic, seasoned travelers and U.S. luxury explorers are now prioritizing these northern gems for their serene atmosphere, unique “pyramid” architecture, and the newly
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 Nimul and Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister H.E. Nguyen Manh Cuong, both nations outlined strategies to capitalize on the steady upward trend in cross-border commerce. This
In 2025, Cambodia’s domestic rubber consumption skyrocketed by 146%, reaching 124,321 tonnes. This shift is powered by the rapid expansion of the local tire manufacturing industry, which now boasts seven operational factories. While raw latex exports saw a slight decline, the value-added export of finished tires exceeded $1.2 billion, signaling a strategic move up the
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 specialized promotion program now extended until 2027, targets the completion of stalled buildings and the launch of new industrial ventures. With 15 new investments and
As of early 2026, Cambodia has established itself as a regional leader in renewable energy, with clean energy sources accounting for 63% of the national grid supply. Driven by the “Power Development Plan (PDP) 2022-2040,” the Kingdom has successfully integrated large-scale solar parks and innovative Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). For U.S. and international investors,
On January 13, 2026, Cambodia’s Deputy Prime Minister H.E. Sun Chanthol utilized the prestigious Nikkei Asia platform to signal a seismic shift in the Kingdom’s economic DNA. Moving beyond its traditional garment-base, Cambodia is pivoting toward high-value electronics, automotive assembly, and food processing. Backed by robust political stability and a $3.7B infrastructure push, the message
In mid-November 2026, Cambodia will host the 20th Francophonie Summit in Siem Reap province. This historic event marks only the second time the summit has been held in Asia (following Hanoi in 1997) and serves as a major diplomatic milestone for the Kingdom. Bringing together over 90 delegations, the summit will focus on cultural diversity,