ARDB disburses $440 million to support agriculture sector

Economy and Industry

ARDB disburses $440 million to support agriculture sector The Cambodian government has provided financing packages to the Agricultural and Rural Development Bank (ARDB), injecting around $440 million into the agricultural sector as of the first half of 2025. This commitment is reflected in ARDB's aim to expand loan capital and meet the sector's growing financial needs. The bank focuses on lending to citizens looking to start real businesses and has called for affordable loans for farmers. In 2024, Cambodia exported over 12 million tons of agricultural products worth $5.3 billion to 95 countries, a sharp increase from 2023. The crop sub-sector led the sector's performance, contributing 61%. As one of the four pillars of Cambodia's economy, agriculture is now the focus of a new government policy aiming to modernize the sector, shift from household to commercial farming, and raise farmers' incomes through value-added products. (Source: Khmer Times)

New electricity tariffs announced for EV charging in Cambodia Cambodia has introduced an electricity pricing mechanism for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, with rates potentially reaching KHR 1,050 per kWh ($0.26). The Electricity Authority of Cambodia (EAC) announced separate rates for AC and DC charging - AC being slower but more cost-effective for regular use, and DC offering faster charging at a higher cost, mainly for public stations. The pricing comes amid rising EV ownership, with the Ministry of Public Works and Transport reporting a surge in registrations in 2024, led by China's BYD. As of 2024, Cambodia has 21 EV charging stations. Prime Minister Hun Manet urged stakeholders to expand the EV charging network and encouraged the Ministry of Mines and Energy to consider additional installations. According to the National Policy for EV Development, EVs cost just 9,633 riels ($2.34) per 100 kilometers, compared to 35,723 riels ($8.69) for petrol or diesel vehicles. (Source: Khmer Times)

Capacity-building workshop on GSS+ bonds highlights Cambodia's commitment to sustainable finance The Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) co-hosted a capacity-building workshop on July 8, 2025, focusing on Green, Social, Sustainability, Sustainability-linked, and Transition Bonds (GSS+ Bonds). Held at the Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh, the event gathered over 120 participants from the financial and public sectors. It aimed to equip market participants with essential knowledge and technical skills to structure, issue, and benefit from GSS+ bonds, which are becoming key drivers of sustainable development. The workshop supports the Ministry of Economy and Finance's vision of making sustainable finance central to Cambodia's capital market development. It also aligns with regional frameworks like the ASEAN Green Bond Standards and global best practices from institutions such as the International Capital Market Association (ICMA). As the GSS+ bond market grows rapidly in Asia, Cambodia aims to attract ESG-focused institutional investors by promoting credible sustainability-linked instruments in frontier markets. (Source: Cambodia Investment Review)

Corporate News

Dongbaishan Group to invests $500M in Kampong Speu's first solar energy project Chinese investor Dongbaishan Holding Group has announced a $500 million investment to develop a large-scale solar energy facility in Kampong Speu province, marking a significant step toward expanding Cambodia's renewable energy sector. The project, covering nearly 600 hectares of land, is scheduled to begin operations in mid-July 2025. The joint investment - between Dongbaishan Holding Group, the Cambodian Community Development Association China, and SL Sunlight Green Energy Sorlapower Co., Ltd. - is expected to generate between 1,500 and 3,000 jobs for local residents once operational. Governor Cheam Chan Sophorn welcomed the investment, stating that it represents the first renewable energy project in Kampong Speu and reflects growing confidence among foreign investors in Cambodia's economic potential under Prime Minister Hun Manet's leadership. (Source: Khmer Times)

Stock Market

CSX index falls 0.27% as all main board stocks decline or hold flat On 09 July 2025, the CSX Index declined by 0.27%, closing at 403.6 points. On the Main Board, no stocks posted gains, while PPAP (-0.89%), PEPC (-0.75%), ABC (-0.58%), MJQE (-0.50%), GTI (-0.33%), PWSA (-0.30%), and PAS (-0.17%) recorded losses. PPSP and CGSM remained unchanged. On the Growth Board, DBDE was unchanged, while JSL declined by 0.71%. Total trading volume reached 66,651 shares, with a turnover of KHR 316 million. (Source: YSC Research)

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