Agriculture sector contributes 16% to Cambodia's economy

Agriculture sector contributes 16% to Cambodia's economy The Cambodian agricultural sector has significantly progressed, achieving domestic food security and now exporting millions of tonnes annually, contributing to global food security, according to Minister Dith Tina. In 2025, agriculture accounted for 16.1% of GDP, despite a slight decrease from 16.7% in 2024. These insights were shared at the inaugural Cambodia Agricultural Forum, which aimed to enhance collaboration among various stakeholders to support agriculture. The sector's gross value added rose from 20,380 billion Riels in 2016 to 33,149 billion Riels in 2025. The government is focusing on transitioning from household to commercial farming to improve incomes. In 2025, Cambodia generated $6.46 billion from agricultural exports, with key products including rice, rubber, and various fruits. The ministry plans to hold this forum annually to further support the sector. (Source: Khmer Times)

Cambodia faces 13% fuel price increase as middle east conflict intensifies As global oil prices rise due to military conflicts in the Middle East, analysts predict a 13% increase in fuel prices in Cambodia, raising gasoline to 4,350 riel per liter. This price hike is linked to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route for oil, which Iran has blocked. Currently, prices are stable at 3,850 riel per liter due to a directive from Prime Minister Hun Manet to reduce retail prices temporarily. However, analysts warn that if the conflict continues, price increases could escalate dramatically. Cambodia's reliance on imported fossil fuels makes it vulnerable to global price fluctuations, necessitating preparation for supply chain disruptions. The Ministry of Commerce has not yet commented on the future pricing scenarios. (Source: Khmer Times)

BRIDGE Bank honored with 2025 Excellence Award in eCommerce payments BRIDGE Bank has been awarded the Leadership in Credit Authorisation Performance for eCommerce Payment 2025 by Visa, recognizing its exceptional efficiency, speed, and security in online credit card transactions. CEO Richard Liew emphasized that this award motivates the bank to continue innovating within the digital financial sector. The accolade reflects BRIDGE Bank's robust technological infrastructure and commitment to enhancing Cambodia's digital economy and payment adoption. The bank continues to invest in advanced technologies to improve service reliability and security while supporting the sustainable development of the country's digital financial ecosystem. (Source: Khmer Times)