Elon Musk’s reported rise to a net worth exceeding $700 billion is often framed as a personal achievement or a record-breaking headline. However, focusing solely on the individual misses the deeper and more important story. This milestone is not primarily about Elon Musk.It is about the platform economy—and how ownership of scalable, technology-driven systems has […]
The Reality Behind Cambodia’s Startup Dream Over the past decade, Cambodia has been increasingly described as an “emerging startup market.” Phnom Penh has seen a rise in co-working spaces, accelerators, pitch events, and entrepreneurship programs. Young founders are launching apps, e-commerce platforms, fintech solutions, food-tech startups, and logistics services with bold ambition and optimism. Yet
PHNOM PENH, December 22, 2025 — In a major step toward transforming Cambodia into a regional agro-industrial powerhouse, H.E. Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce, chaired a final-term evaluation of the National Cassava Policy 2020-2025 today. The meeting, which included representatives from all 25 provinces and the private sector, concluded with a unanimous agreement to launch
PHNOM PENH, December 22, 2025 — In a strategic move to safeguard international trade, the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) hosted a high-level workshop at the Customs National School today. The session focused on the new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) designed for Goods-Origin fraud prevention in Cambodia, specifically targeting exports to the United
PHNOM PENH, December 22, 2025 — In a move to further solidify the strategic bond between the ruling powers of Cambodia and China, Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP), held a high-level meeting today with a senior official from the Communist Party of China (CPC). The
Why Green Loans Matter for Cambodian Businesses in 2026 Cambodian businesses are entering a decisive decade. Rising energy costs, increasing climate risks, tighter international sustainability requirements, and growing pressure from investors and buyers are reshaping how companies operate and finance growth. In this environment, green loans for businesses in Cambodia are no longer a niche
PHNOM PENH, December 21, 2025 — In a stinging open letter released on social media, H.E. Jean-François Tain, Minister Delegate attached to the Prime Minister for Foreign Affairs, has formally accused the Thai State of a “planned and deliberate” military offensive. Detailing the crisis that began on December 7, Tain argued that the current hostilities
Cambodia’s cashew industry is at a turning point. Over the past decade, the country has quietly risen to become one of the world’s largest producers of raw cashew nuts, supplying regional and global markets with vast volumes of unprocessed harvests. Yet for years, this success came with a paradox: while Cambodia grew the nuts, much
PREAH SIHANOUK, December 20, 2025 — In a major boost for the Kingdom’s industrial landscape, H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), conducted a high-level inspection of the BYD Cambodia assembly plant today. The visit marks the official completion of the production lines
In a world where global travel is rapidly evolving, being named by BBC Travel as one of the best places to travel in 2026 is no small achievement. The list is not a popularity contest, nor is it driven by mass tourism. Instead, BBC Travel focuses on destinations that reflect where travel is going next—places