Cambodia Investment Review ABA Bank has been named Cambodia’s highest-ranked bank in Forbes’ inaugural World’s Top Performing Banks 2026 ranking, placing 31st worldwide within the Lower Mid-Size Banks category. ACLEDA Bank was the only other Cambodian financial institution included in the […]

Inter-institutional meeting addresses land title processing delays, pushes digital service integration, and establishes spatial land-use plans across all 13 districts Kandal Province: Modernizing land administration and streamlining public service delivery remain fundamental priorities for […]

Cambodia and Rwanda have agreed to establish a comprehensive joint legal framework to bolster bilateral investment cooperation, strengthen intercontinental economic ties, and unlock new commercial opportunities for both nations. The strategic commitment was established during an official working […]

Joint technical team evaluates project progress, confirming 100% completion on four core construction packages and 77% progress on remaining works to bolster municipal sanitation infrastructure Siem Reap: Enhancing public hygiene, managing wastewater, and expanding clean water coverage remain key […]

Cambodia’s push toward a digital economy is apparently leaving gaps in internet access, digital literacy and user protections, civil society groups said at the Phnom Penh Internet Forum 2026, urging the government and private sector to expand affordable connectivity and strengthen safeguards for […]

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Co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol and Ambassador Wang Wenbin, the high-level meeting evaluates progress across four core agendas to resolve corporate challenges and boost investor confidence Cambodia and China have successfully convened the second Cambodia-China Government-Private […]

Technical experts evaluate riverbed scouring and shoreline collapse near Neak Loeung to formulate long-term protective engineering measures Phnom Penh: Hydrological shifts and riverbank erosion along the Mekong River continue to pose structural challenges to major transportation infrastructure in […]

High-level meeting underscores a paradigm shift from traditional infrastructure construction toward people-centered, environmentally integrated, and holistic urban planning Phnom Penh: Rapid urbanization across Cambodia is reshaping the physical landscape, driving policy decisions that balance […]

The head of Srotop Yuvakvey News Outlet, Pen Noun, was arrested by Oddar Meanchey military police at his home on the afternoon of 13 September after publishing a report on illegal logging in the province. He was released one day later after agreeing to stop using the photographs of provincial […]

The Thai military allegedly dropped cluster bombs, covering an area of nearly 4,000 square kilometers in Cambodia in the border conflict last year, the first vice president of the Cambodian Mine Action and Victim Assistance Authority, Ly Thuch, said Monday, adding that Cambodia strongly condemned […]

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The Cambodia Chamber of Commerce and the Korean Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding on September 3, 2026, aimed at accelerating bilateral trade, fostering economic synergy, and driving new Korean investment flows into the Kingdom. The agreement was formally […]

Cambodia has officially launched its National Mine Action Policy 2026–2035, establishing a definitive national commitment to eradicate all landmines and explosive remnants of war across the Kingdom by 2035. Spearheaded under the direct guidance of Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, the […]

Strategic meeting reviews study findings and integrates urban mobility framework into future spatial planning to ensure sustainable metropolitan growth Phnom Penh: Aligning infrastructure growth with comprehensive spatial planning remains a cornerstone strategy for the Royal Government of Cambodia […]

Seven trade unions are calling for a $250.66 minimum monthly wage for garment, travel goods and footwear workers for 2027, as the current $210 wage does not sufficiently cover rising living costs and household expenses.

Shanghai Investigation, Design & Research Institute Co., Ltd. (SIDRI) has used Bentley’s digital engineering and digital twin technologies to overcome complex geological challenges at the Caiziba Pumped-Storage Power Station in Fengjie County, Chongqing, China. The project is the first […]

Cambodia Investment Review Cambodian businesses see stronger frontline leadership and middle-management capacity as critical to lifting productivity as companies navigate a changing economy, according to survey findings presented at the International Business Chamber of Cambodia’s September […]

Cambodia Investment Review Carrie Cameron has been appointed Chair of the International Business Chamber of Cambodia’s Education Working Group, with Dr. Kaknika Lin taking on the role of Vice Chair. The appointments bring together two experienced education leaders who will support greater […]

Myanmar’s president Min Aung Hlaing is paying a two-day visit to Cambodia, with four agreements expected to be signed, which has drawn scrutiny from human rights groups.

Cambodia Investment Review The World Techlympics will hold its first Cambodia competition in Phnom Penh on October 3 and 4, 2026, giving students the opportunity to compete in robotics, drone technology and coding challenges. Organised by the Malaysia Technology Expo and Robotics Bureau (MYTEB), […]

Cambodia Investment Review IPS Cambodia is pleased to announce the appointment of James Whitehead as Managing Director, marking an important new chapter in the continued growth and development of one of Cambodia’s leading full-service real estate companies. James takes on the position after […]

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Civil society groups are pushing for the strengthening of local governance and public participation due to barriers they face daily, from limited access to budget information to the prevention of participation in decision-making processes. The concerns were raised during a panel discussion during […]

Cambodia Investment Review On Thursday 10, 2026, Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX) hosted the official Bond Listing Ceremony presided over by H.E. Dr. HEAN SAHIB, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) and Chairman of the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX) accompanied by […]

The Land Management Ministry warned on Thursday it could take legal action against tycoon Leng Navatra, his brother and a business associate over social media posts related to the freezing of Navatra’s assets in a dispute over a stalled borey project.

CIR Lifestyle Vattanac Golf Resort will host two consecutive weeks of international tournament golf this November and December, expanding Cambodia’s presence on the global sporting calendar while supporting the country’s ambitions in luxury tourism and destination branding. The program will […]

China Exim Bank, a Chinese state policy lender, signed a loan agreement worth almost $1 billion with a joint venture of Cambodian and Chinese companies to finance Cambodia’s flagship Funan Techo Canal, Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol said on Wednesday.

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Chheang Yuki Lisa – Graduate from Institute of International Studies and Public Policy