Economy

Business, industry, trade and economic development.

Sihanoukville governor sets strict measures to strengthen security for residents, tourists and investment

Sihanoukville is tightening collective-accommodation management and action against illegal gambling and drugs, while strengthening tourism, traffic and fire safety and supporting war-displaced families.

2026-01-13KPS99TV

Prince Bank enters liquidation: depositors have 30 days to file claims, but loans must still be repaid

Prince Bank’s appointed liquidator says depositors and creditors have 30 days from January 13, 2026 to submit information and supporting claims at its headquarters; borrowers must continue normal repayments.

2026-01-13KPS99TV

US company pledges investment of up to US$1 billion in Cambodia, Sun Chanthol says

Sun Chanthol said on January 9 that an unnamed US company had pledged to work towards a US$500 million–US$1 billion factory investment in Cambodia. He linked its decision to reciprocal trade talks, while further sectoral tariff reductions remain under negotiation.

2026-01-10KPS99TV

Cambodia exported over 940,000 tonnes of rice in 2025, including over 230,000 tonnes to China

Citing Cambodia Rice Federation figures, Wang Wenbin said Cambodia exported 940,321 tonnes of rice in 2025, up 45 percent, worth about US$602 million. Exports to China reached 231,125 tonnes and generated about US$138 million.

2026-01-10KPS99TV

Cambodia exported over 940,000 tonnes of rice in 2025, including over 230,000 tonnes to China

Citing the Cambodia Rice Federation, Wang Wenbin said 2025 rice exports reached 940,321 tonnes, up 45 percent, worth US$602.41 million. Shipments to China totalled 231,125 tonnes and generated US$138.36 million.

2026-01-09KPS99TV

Commerce minister: Cambodia opened new markets and exported to 169 countries in 2025

Cham Nimul said at the Commerce Ministry’s January 8 conference that Cambodia exported to 169 countries in 2025 and recorded nearly US$66 billion in total trade. The ministry will strengthen existing markets, develop new ones and maintain domestic market stability.

2026-01-09KPS99TV

Construction starts on roughly 215-metre GIA Norah tower with investment exceeding US$85 million

The GIA Norah tower project in Phnom Penh New City has begun construction, with a planned height of about 214.8 metres, 48 floors and 253 units. Reported investment totals approximately US$85.435 million.

2026-01-08KPS99TV

NBC says Prince Bank depositors may seek withdrawals with documents in legal priority order

In its January 8 notice, NBC said Prince Bank depositors should prepare documents for withdrawals in legal priority order, while borrowers must keep repaying. New banking services, including deposits and credit, were suspended.

2026-01-08KPS99TV

CDC: New cement plant in Kratie to involve about US$286 million in investment

The CDC says a new cement plant in Kratie will involve about US$286 million and could create around 420 jobs. A ministry official says operations are planned for late 2026 or early 2027.

2026-01-08KPS99TV

Proposed 455-hectare Shanghai SEZ in Kampong Speu enters review

A single-window meeting reviewed an application for the proposed 455-hectare Shanghai SEZ in Kampong Speu; the project remains under assessment and guidance.

2026-01-07KPS99TV