Economy

Business, industry, trade and economic development.

Cambodian beef prices rise from late 2025 to mid-2026 amid suspension of Thai imports

Livestock association head ស្រ៊ុន ពៅ said fresh beef retailed at 35,000–38,000 riel per kilogram and local live cattle at about 13,000 riel per kilogram. He linked higher cattle prices to suspended Thai imports and stronger domestic and Vietnamese demand. The report also noted concerns for low-income consumers.

2026-06-11KPS99TV

Workers back from Thailand report US$350–650 monthly earnings at Prey Nob brick factory

Prey Nob Governor អ៊ី ធារិន visited Cambodian workers who had returned from Thailand and were employed at a local brick factory on June 11, 2026. The workers reported monthly earnings of US$350–650 and said working near home helped support their families while reducing separation and migration risks.

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Cambodia and Vietnam deepen agricultural partnership on trade and sustainable fisheries

Cambodian Agriculture Minister ឌិត ទីណា and Vietnamese Agriculture and Environment Minister Trinh Viet Hung held bilateral talks in Vietnam on June 10, 2026. They agreed to promote agricultural trade and pledged closer cooperation on marine fisheries conservation, sustainable management and aquaculture technology exchanges.

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Phnom Penh frozen-meat warehouse inspected; origin and documents remain unconfirmed

Citing BTV, the report says a Sen Sok cold store was inspected on June 10 on suspicion of Thai imports. Officials had not confirmed the meat’s origin or the legality of its documentation that afternoon.

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Province reviews over US$39 million in projects, with Koh Rong tourism among goals

A provincial working group reviewed 15 investment and business projects worth over US$39 million, expected to create about 1,000 jobs. Developing Koh Rong as a world-class tourism destination is one goal. The proposals span tourism, commerce and manufacturing alongside infrastructure plans.

2026-06-08KPS99TV

Preah Sihanouk reviews first-half work and sets investment and security priorities

Mang Sineth’s June 6 review covered land-registration zones in 111 villages and an investment programme continuing to 2027. Say Samal urged stronger anti-scam work, security, infrastructure and public services.

2026-06-07KPS99TV

CDC reform pledges feature at Cambodia’s second government–business breakfast

At an AmCham Cambodia event guided by the CDC, Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol pledged institutional reform and investor support. Officials heard business concerns, with further consultations and follow-up planned.

2026-06-06KPS99TV

Proposed additional US tariff could challenge Cambodian exports

The report says Cambodia faces a proposed 10% additional tariff under a USTR consultation that is not yet in force. It cites a July 6 comment deadline and planned July 7 hearing, with analyst Sam Seun urging dialogue and stronger labour safeguards.

2026-06-05KPS99TV

Commerce Ministry reviews procedures for Cambodian private trade centres abroad

On June 3, the Commerce Ministry reviewed draft procedures for establishing and managing Cambodian private trade centres abroad, with the aim of promoting products and expanding export markets.

2026-06-03KPS99TV

Hun Manet: Education and health are essential long-term investments in national defence

Speaking at the National Institute of Physical Education and Sport on June 3, 2026, Prime Minister Hun Manet said education, health and human development form a foundation for national defence.

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