News(Phnom Penh): On the morning of Tuesday, 6 October 2026, at the Ministry of Commerce, Her Excellency TAN Tepikanika, UnderSecretary of State of the Ministry of Commerce, received a courtesy call from a delegation of the International Alliance for Responsible Drinking (IARD). The meeting was also attended by representatives of the General Department of Consumer Protection, Competition and Fraud Repression (CCF) of the Ministry of Commerce, as well as representatives of the Wine, Spirit & Beer Importer and Distributor Association (WSBIDA) and other alcoholic beverage companies. The discussion aimed to exchange views on Cambodia’s regulatory framework regarding the responsible sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages, the legal purchasing age, and alcohol and health priorities, as well as to share international best practices and explore opportunities for IARD to continue supporting Cambodia’s objectives in public health, consumer protection, and sustainable development.
News(Phnom Penh): On the afternoon of Wednesday, 7 October 2026, Her Excellency CHAM Nimul, Minister of Commerce, attended a working luncheon with ASEAN Ambassadors as the guest of honour, hosted by His Excellency Shaharuddin Onn, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Malaysia to the Kingdom of Cambodia.
News(Minsk, Belarus): During his participation in the 5th Meeting of the Joint Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation between the Kingdom of Cambodia and the Republic of Belarus, as well as the 2nd INNOPROM.Belarus International Industrial Exhibition in Minsk, Republic of Belarus, from Wednesday, 30 September to Friday, 2 October 2026, His Excellency Samheng Bora, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Commerce, led a delegation on a study visit and held business discussions with representatives of Belarusian companies to gain insights into their business operations and foster commercial cooperation. The meetings and visits included: 1. Meeting with Belarusian Light Industry Concern, a company that manufactures and sells light industrial products, including textiles, fabrics, footwear, and leather/fur products; 2. A study visit and discussion with representatives of Amkodor Holding, a renowned manufacturer of heavy machinery and agricultural equipment in Belarus established in 1927. On that occasion, representatives from both companies expressed strong interest in engaging in business and seeking trade partners in Cambodia to export their products to the Cambodian market, thereby contributing to the growth of Cambodia's industrial, agricultural, and commercial sectors. His Excellency Secretary of State highly appreciated the business achievements of both companies and warmly welcomed them to explore Cambodia's business and investment climate, paving the way for future market expansion in Cambodia.
News(Phnom Penh): On the afternoon of Tuesday, 6 October 2026, at the Ministry of Commerce, Her Excellency CHAM Nimul, Minister of Commerce, received a courtesy call from His Excellency Dominic Williams, British Ambassador to the Kingdom of Cambodia. The meeting was organized to review the progress of bilateral cooperation and to discuss relevant ways forward in preparation for co-organizing the 4th Cambodia-United Kingdom Joint Trade and Investment Forum, which is scheduled to take place in early 2027.
News(Phnom Penh): On the afternoon of Tuesday, 6 October 2026, at the Ministry of Commerce, Her Excellency CHAM Nimul, Minister of Commerce, received a courtesy call from Her Excellency Silke Röfer, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Kingdom of Cambodia, to discuss the progress and opportunities for economic and trade cooperation between Cambodia and Germany, marking her appointment as the Ambassador to Cambodia for a new term. During the meeting, both sides held extensive discussions on strengthening and expanding economic and trade cooperation between Cambodia and Germany, focusing on promoting bilateral trade, attracting investment, and enhancing connectivity between the business communities of both countries. In addition, both sides discussed the importance of consumer protection, promoting the participation of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in global value chains, strengthening production capacity, ensuring compliance with international standards, and enhancing the competitiveness of Cambodian products to expand access to the European Union market and other international markets. The German side has continued to provide support through technical assistance and capacity-building programs, focusing on strengthening export support service providers and enhancing product quality in accordance with international standards. In conclusion, both sides expressed optimism that Cambodia-Germany economic and trade relations would contribute to the sustainable development and shared prosperity of both countries.