Economy

Business, industry, trade and economic development.

Cambodia transfers 790 male convicts for continued sentences and vocational training

Cambodia’s prison department said 790 male convicts described as gang offenders were transferred on May 21, 2026, to continue their sentences: 651 to Correctional Centre No. 4 in Pursat and 139 to Oddar Meanchey Provincial Prison. Planned vocational training included agriculture and construction to support frontline forces.

2026-05-22KPS99TV

Cambodia requires Khmer-language safety guidance from EV producers, importers and sellers

Cambodia’s Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation calls for illustrated Khmer-language EV safety instructions before sale, short videos and safety briefings for users before handover.

2026-05-21KPS99TV

Preah Sihanouk reviews steel-pipe factory proposal and urges smoother investment procedures

On May 19, 2026, Deputy Governor Long Dimanche inspected the proposed Jindele Technology Pipe Industry Co., LTD steel-pipe factory project in Sihanoukville’s Sangkat 1, calling for procedural support, employee social security and factory safety measures.

2026-05-20KPS99TV

Cambodia reviews seven investment applications worth about US$450 million

The CDC reviewed seven QIP registration applications on May 19, covering industry, agro-industry and energy, with around 900 jobs projected.

2026-05-20KPS99TV

Cambodia reviews seven proposed investment projects worth about US$450 million

On May 19, the Cambodian Investment Board reviewed seven QIP registration applications across Kampong Speu, Stung Treng and Pursat, with projected investment of about US$450 million and around 900 potential jobs.

2026-05-19KPS99TV

Cambodia allows five more companies to import frozen meat

A joint notice reported on May 19 lists five additional frozen-meat importers, subject to requirements covering business activities, suppliers, cold storage and transport.

2026-05-19KPS99TV

Cambodia’s Commerce Ministry begins civil servant census

An on-site census began at units under the Commerce Ministry headquarters on May 18, with the three-day exercise scheduled to verify staff attendance and update personnel data.

2026-05-18KPS99TV

Preah Sihanouk Advances Proposed US$12 Million Parking Project near Phsar Leu Market

A May 18 meeting discussed land use and tender preparations for a proposed PPP parking project near Phsar Leu Market. The 12-storey proposal was estimated at US$12 million; parking charges and procurement dates remained preliminary.

2026-05-18KPS99TV

Cambodia–Malaysia Trade Tops US$500 Million in First Four Months, Up 51.5%

Reported Cambodian customs figures put bilateral trade above US$500 million in January–April 2026, up 51.5%, with Cambodian exports at US$67 million and imports from Malaysia above US$467 million.

2026-05-18KPS99TV

Cambodian commerce minister presides over closing of Russian GAZ vehicle exhibition and test drive

Commerce Minister Cham Nimul presided over the closing of the Russian GAZ commercial vehicle exhibition and test-drive programme at Sokha Phnom Penh Residence Hotel on May 16. Russian Ambassador Anatoly Borovik and business representatives attended.

2026-05-17KPS99TV