Cambodia’s Investment & Trade topic covers the policy, regulation, and governance framework shaping foreign and domestic investment, market access, trade facilitation, customs administration, special economic zones, export controls, and commercial incentives. It tracks key updates including policy developments, regulatory changes, government actions, enforcement trends, compliance requirements, tariff and customs measures, licensing rules, and institutional activity affecting cross-border trade and investment approvals. This page provides structured updates on official developments in Cambodia, offering a reliable reference for ongoing monitoring of investment conditions, trade regulation, compliance expectations, and administrative governance.

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February 13, 2023

MAFF and ADB Review Ongoing Agricultural Investment and Technical Projects

The Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries met with the Asian Development Bank’s Cambodia Country Director to discuss ongoing and completed ADB-supported projects in the agricultural sector. The meeting reviewed existing investment and technical assistance portfolios, including current and completed investment projects and ADB-GMS technical assistance, and highlighted priorities such as greenhouse production, efficient water use, food security, and digitalization of agricultural value chains.

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February 13, 2023

National Bank of Cambodia Reports Balance of Payments Position for Q3 2022

The National Bank of Cambodia reported that the balance of payments remained broadly stable in the third quarter of 2022, recording only a minor overall deficit. The current and capital account deficit widened mainly due to a larger trade deficit, while the services account deficit improved on higher tourist arrivals and workers’ remittances, with international reserves covering about 6.5 months of imports.

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February 6, 2023

Ministry of Commerce Delegation Explores Rice Export Opportunities to the Philippines

A Ministry of Commerce delegation visited the Philippines from 1–3 February 2023 to study the rice market and discuss export opportunities for Cambodian rice. Both sides agreed to explore a new memorandum of understanding on state-to-state rice trade, while the Philippines also welcomed direct private-sector rice trading based on mutually agreed volumes, quality, and prices.

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February 6, 2023

Ministry of Mines and Energy Meets UK Infrastructure and Projects Authority on Energy Cooperation

The Ministry of Mines and Energy held a meeting with the UK Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA) and representatives of the British Embassy in Cambodia to discuss cooperation in infrastructure and energy investment. UK participants expressed interest in supporting sustainable infrastructure and energy projects in Cambodia and exploring future investment opportunities.

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January 9, 2023

Ministry of Commerce Launches Market Studies and Single Digital Trade Platform

The Ministry of Commerce and the Australian Embassy in Cambodia launched two market information research documents and announced a Single Digital Platform to support trade and investment. The platform will include an FTA Portal, a self-certification system for certificates of origin, and an international rule-of-origin verification system to help businesses maximise benefits from Cambodia’s free trade agreements.

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