Economy

Business, industry, trade and economic development.

Cambodian customs calls for action against illegal imports of Thai-origin fresh durian

The original report says customs units were instructed to prevent illegal imports of fresh durian originating in Thailand, including via border crossings, ports, Laos and Vietnam.

2026-05-08KPS99TV

Cambodia reports over US$266 million in milled-rice exports in first four months

Cambodia Rice Federation figures list 469,909 tonnes of milled rice shipped by 61 exporters to 60 destinations, separately from 2,680,891 tonnes of wet paddy.

2026-05-07KPS99TV

Sun Chanthol discusses anti-scam efforts and Cambodia’s investment image

The original report attributes May 7 comments to Sun Chanthol on prioritising anti-scam enforcement; his “100% safe” formulation expresses an aspiration rather than a guarantee.

2026-05-07KPS99TV

Court Orders Pre-Trial Detention of 12 Vietnamese and Chinese Suspects in Phnom Penh Investment-Scam Case

An investigating judge reportedly ordered the detention of 11 Vietnamese nationals and one Chinese national over an alleged investment scam operating from April 2026.

2026-05-06KPS99TV

Preah Sihanouk Governor Seeks Singapore’s Support for Investment and Tourism

Governor Mang Sineth meets Singapore Ambassador Steven Pang on April 28, outlines the province’s potential and seeks support to attract investors and visitors and strengthen economic cooperation.

2026-04-29KPS99TV

Preah Sihanouk and ASEAN–China Centre Discuss Investment and Tourism Cooperation

Governor Mang Sineth meets ASEAN–China Centre Secretary-General Shi Zhongjun on April 28 to discuss infrastructure, investment promotion, visitor outreach and digital-economy cooperation.

2026-04-29KPS99TV

Hun Manet calls for stronger economic and defence capabilities at Labour Day celebration

At an International Labour Day celebration on Koh Pich in Phnom Penh on April 26, Prime Minister Hun Manet said Cambodia needed to rely on its own strength to safeguard peace and develop its economy, defence capabilities and human resources together.

2026-04-26KPS99TV

Vireak Buntham fertiliser factory opens after investment of about US$4 million, director says

The director of Vireak Buntham said about US$4 million had been invested in its Kampong Speu fertiliser factory, which formally opened on April 22, 2026 after six months of trial supply and distribution. Further organic fertiliser expansion depends on demand; a separate food factory remains under construction.

2026-04-22KPS99TV

Upper Tatay pumped-storage project plans 1,000 MW capacity and about US$1 billion investment

Cambodian Mines and Energy Minister Keo Rottanak described Upper Tatay as a project supporting green energy and electricity storage. The China National Heavy Machinery Corporation investment is reported at about US$1 billion, with planned capacity of 1,000 MW and completion targeted for 2029.

2026-04-21KPS99TV

Cambodia’s Commerce Minister presents investment and regional market opportunities in Singapore

Commerce Minister Cham Nimul addressed an April 9 seminar organised by SBF with Aquarii, presenting Cambodia’s business environment and opportunities in logistics, agro-food processing and the digital economy, and inviting Singapore businesses to explore trade and investment partnerships.

2026-04-09KPS99TV