Cambodia's trade with Singapore has surged by over 190% YoY

Cambodia's trade with Singapore has surged by over 190% YoY According to GDCE data, bilateral trade between Cambodia and Singapore skyrocketed by 191.5% YoY in first two months of 2026. This dramatic increase was primarily fueled by a 209.3% YoY surge in imports from Singapore, totaling $322 million, driven by high demand for fuel, machinery, and logistics-routed goods. In contrast, Cambodian exports grew by a modest 18% YoY to $12.68 million. Analysts attribute this imbalance to Cambodia's reliance on Singapore as a regional hub for high-value intermediaries and front-loaded infrastructure imports. While the figures highlight deeper ASEAN integration, they also underscore a widening trade gap. Moving forward, officials emphasize the need to diversify light manufacturing and agricultural exports to improve competitiveness within these evolving regional supply chains. (Source: Khmer Times)

Formal lending has reached $62.13 billion as the number of borrowers increases According to Credit Bureau Cambodia (CBC), the formal credit sector expanded in 2025, with total outstanding loans reaching $62.13 billion. This reflects a 5.3% increase in debt and a 1.78% rise in the borrower base, now totaling 5.13 million individuals. Credit remains highly concentrated in the economic core; Phnom Penh alone accounts for 51% ($31.66 billion) of the national volume. While accessibility is rising, financial stability remains a critical focus. The NPL ratio (loans overdue by 90+ days) stood at 6.46% at year-end. These metrics, provided by 196 member institutions, underscore a period of steady expansion balanced against rising credit risks in the Kingdom's primary urban centers. (Source: Khmer Times)

The new terminal at PAS has surpassed 60% completion Financed by JICA loans, the first phase of the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (PAS) new container terminal has surpassed 60% completion and is on track for a 2027 opening. During a recent official tour, PAS Chairman Lou Kim Chhun confirmed that the 350-meter-long, 14.5-meter-deep quay will expand annual capacity to 1.45 million TEUs. This development allows PAS to accommodate 93% of intra-Asia shipping and larger Over-Panamax vessels. By 2030, following two additional phases, capacity is projected to reach 2.6 million TEUs. This strategic infrastructure upgrade, executed by TOA Corporation, aims to significantly reduce ocean freight costs and transit times, bolstering Cambodia's international trade competitiveness and efficiency. (Source: Khmer Times)