Cambodia recently welcomed a large business delegation led by MEDEF International, in partnership with Business France. The aim was to consolidate economic and commercial relations between France and the Kingdom, in a regional context marked by sustained growth and increased competition for access to emerging markets in South-East Asia.

The major event of the weekend in Phnom Penh, the Exhibition of Khmer Products 2025 organised on the island of Koh Pich, has established itself as a must-attend event to celebrate talent, innovation and the wealth of Cambodian know-how.

The residence of the French Embassy hosted a reception yesterday evening at which the new French Ambassador, Mr Olivier RICHARD, met the French community in Cambodia and introduced Ms Marie BUSCAIL, the new First Counsellor, and Ms Anne DUTHURON, the new Consul.

Cambodia is taking a major step forward in the development of its aviation sector with the joint announcement of a new aviation school. The initiative, the result of a strategic partnership between the OCIC Group, CamTech University and the prestigious WCC Aeronautical and Technological College (WCC-ATC) in the Philippines, aims to train a new generation of skilled professionals to meet the country's growing needs in this field.

In 2025, Phnom Penh is experiencing a major turning point in its real estate and construction sector. After several years of turbulence driven by the global economic situation, inflation and credit adjustments, the city is gradually regaining momentum, driven by infrastructure renewal and stabilising demand for real estate.

The year 2025 marks a significant development for real estate in Cambodia, where the coastal cities of Sihanoukville and Siem Reap are experiencing distinct but equally promising dynamics, according to the latest report from Knight Frank. While Siem Reap is facing uncertainty due to regional tensions, Sihanoukville is gradually establishing itself as a future strategic hub, driven by major infrastructure development.

On 4 September 2025, a webinar entitled ‘Winning in Cambodia: Lessons from Leading Multinationals’ revealed some of the keys to success for multinationals in Cambodia.

In September 2025, the Caisse des Français de l'Étranger (CFE) will take centre stage in Cambodia. This essential institution, created in 1978 and responsible for ensuring the continuity of social protection for French expatriates, is at a crucial crossroads for its future. With reforms on the horizon, financial challenges and growing expectations from policyholders, there is widespread mobilisation: institutions, elected officials, associations and citizens are coming togeth

The French-Cambodian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIFC) sets the tone for the economic and social season with its major annual event: the Back to Business Party 2025. The event will take place on Wednesday 17 September 2025, from 6.30 pm, at the prestigious Élysée Tower on the Koh Pich peninsula.

In this intimate interview, Ophélie Choisy (Convergences) looks back on her rich and unusual career path, from her roots in Réunion to her studies and early experiences in Paris, and finally her move to Cambodia. A human resources specialist, she shares her motivations, challenges and successes in a constantly evolving professional world, as well as her vision of the local market in Cambodia. An insightful and optimistic encounter on change, adaptation and cultural diversity

At the prestigious Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics 2025 trade show, held from 2 to 4 September in Shanghai, Cambodia strongly affirmed its strategic positioning in the textile, apparel, footwear and travel goods (GFT) industries.

In August, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) approved 51 qualified investment projects (QIPs), representing a cumulative capital of $608 million and the prospect of nearly 270,000 jobs for Cambodians.

The unique taste of Cambodian cashew nuts is now part of everyday life for Japanese consumers: they are distributed in 16,320 Family Mart shops across the archipelago. This is a major step forward for Cambodian agriculture and bilateral trade.

A new milestone has been reached in the development of drinking water infrastructure in Cambodia. The signing of the agreement between the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation (MISTI), the Phnom Penh Water Supply Authority (PPWSA) and the Institute of Technology of Cambodia (ITC) marks the official launch of the third phase of the Bakheng water supply project, supported by a €10.9 million grant from the European Union.

Often, when travelling, a small detail can sum up a missed opportunity: refusing to make a purchase because you don't have the local currency or a suitable means of payment. This experience, repeated by millions of visitors to Asia-Pacific, represents much more than just individual frustration. It embodies a major economic challenge, particularly for booming tourist destinations such as Cambodia.

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet met with Chinese President Xi Jinping last Saturday in Tianjin, China, as part of the expanded cooperation between the two nations. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, marks a crucial step in strengthening political, economic and cultural ties between Phnom Penh and Beijing, based on a long history of friendship and strategic partnership.

A delegation of Asian journalists concluded a five-day mission to the border between Cambodia and Thailand, shedding vital light on the devastating human impact of the conflict on the Cambodian civilian population.

From the Canadian Far North to the rice fields of Pursat, Denis's journey illustrates the interplay of professional and personal trajectories that span continents and cultures. Now based in Phnom Penh, where he founded Convergences, a firm specialising in HR transformation, he shares his impressions of Cambodia past and present, his professional experiences and his current projects.

Cambodian rice has reached a new milestone in its quest for global recognition. The Kroya™ brand – which specialises in “អង្ករក្រអូប” (angkor kra'orb), a fragrant rice renowned for its delicate aroma and silky texture – is now available in Coles supermarkets across Australia.

At dawn, the mist slowly lifts from the highlands of Mondulkiri, revealing rolling hills dotted with primary forests, sparse plantations and Bunong villages. Long isolated, this province in eastern Cambodia is now at the forefront of agriculture.

The Cambodian Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) recently revised downwards its gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for fiscal year 2025, now anticipating expansion of 5%, down from the initial target of 6.3%. This adjustment reflects growing uncertainties on the international stage, including trade tensions and volatility in global markets.

For the first time ever, Cambodia hosted a major economic and cultural event: the Best of India Expo 2025, held from 20 to 24 August at the Diamond Island Convention & Exhibition Centre.

The ongoing tensions on the border between Thailand and Cambodia aren't just causing diplomatic friction: they're also hitting trade hard, disrupting a cross-border market that had been booming until now.

On 25 August 2025, a new wind of change seemed to be blowing through relations between the Kingdom of Cambodia and the Kingdom of Thailand during the Extraordinary Regional Border Committee (RBC) meeting, a decisive gathering held under Cambodia's auspices.