Australia Supports Cambodia on Clean Energy Transition
Phnom Penh, September 17, 2024 --As a core partner for Cambodia’s clean energy transition, Australia is promoting a green and secure energy future in Cambodia through evidence-based planning and policy making, sharing lessons learned and piloting energy projects.According to a news release of the Australian Embassy in Cambodia issued on Sept. 17, recently, H.E. Derek Yip, Australian Ambassador to Cambodia, visited EnergyLab Cambodia, an impact organisation dedicated to accelerating Cambodia’s clean energy transition.The visit was a valuable opportunity to learn more about EnergyLab's work and discuss a shared vision for advancing renewable energy initiatives to meet the country’s climate targets and support economic growth, the same source added.EnergyLab Cambodia is an innovative and efficient not-for-profit organisation working to support the growth of Clean Energy markets. Its initiatives have made a positive impact on the clean energy industry, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, job creation, diversification of Cambodia's energy sources, and overall economic development and community poverty reduction.
Türkiye to Help Promote Cambodia's Reputation to the World
Phnom Penh, September 17, 2024 --The Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Cambodia has vowed to help promote Cambodia's historical reputation and achievements to the world.H.E. Ms. Ülkü Kocaefe underlined the commitment when received by H.E. Sous Yara, Chairman of the Committee for Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Information of Cambodia's National Assembly for a cooperation discussion on Sept. 16.The diplomat highly valued the inspiring leadership of the President of Cambodia's Senate, Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, especially in Cambodia reconciliation and peacebuilding.Samdech Techo Hun Sen has also transformed Cambodia into a country that plays an important role in regional and global affairs, she added.She congratulated Cambodia for hosting the 11th plenary session of the International Parliament for Tolerance and Peace (IPTP) in November this year and reiterated her strong support to help promote Cambodia's reputation to the world.H.E. Sous Yara deeply appreciates H.E. Ms. Ülkü Kocaefe as well as Türkiye for the support and gave his all in further strengthening bilateral economic, trade, cultural, and technological development cooperation for the benefit of the two peoples and countries.
Gumball 3000 Rally to Promote Cambodia's Tourism Destinations to the World
Phnom Penh, September 13, 2024 --Gumball 3000 Rally will help promote Cambodia's tourism destinations to the world with its world-breaking record.Mr. Ngov Sengkak, Deputy Governor of Siem Reap province shared the insight in a preparatory meeting for the Gumball 3000 Rally in the province on Sept. 12.The sports sector is a main driving force to attract tourists to visit Cambodia, particularly to Siem Reap province, the country's famous historical heritage region, said the deputy governor.Taking place from Sept. 15 to 17, the event is expected to attract the participation of famous athletes from 40 countries.The event will feature the world's largest luxury car show, including supercars, hypercars, and sportscars to break the Guinness World Record in front of the Angkor Wat Temple and at the complex of Preah Reach Damnak Park.H.E. Kuch Panhasa, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Tourism, said the Gumball 3000 Rally will help profile Cambodia's Siem Reap Angkor Archaeological Park and attract more visitors to the province.
Some Korean Companies Interested in Human Resource Training and EVs in Cambodia
Phnom Penh, September 12, 2024 --Some Korean companies have expressed their interest to explore investment opportunities in Cambodia in human resource training in the fields of technology and techniques and electric vehicles (EVs) in Cambodia.The interest was raised during a working lunch reception hosted by H.E. Kim Jin-pyo, former Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, with the participation of Mr. Charles Lee, Board Chairman of Korea Polytechnics University and Mr. Park Joo-bong, Director General of Camko Motor and Camko Infracore.On the occasion, the former National Assembly speaker said the two key Korean investors intended to contribute to further strengthening and expanding Cambodia's economy and human resource training, especially in the areas of modern technology and the creation of an EV assembly plant in Cambodia in the near future for local market and for export as EVs are gaining popularity around the world.For his part, Samdech Techo Hun Sen welcomed the above-said intentions and hoped that the companies will work closely with the Royal Government on these investment plans.The former Cambodian Premier asked the Korean side to take part in the Royal Government’s ongoing plan to provide training for 1.5 million Cambodian youth from poor households.
Cambodia, ROK Satisfied with Bilateral Relations and Cooperation
Phnom Penh, September 12, 2024 --Cambodia and the Republic of Korea have expressed their appreciation for their good relations and cooperation, mainly in the fields of trade and investment, physical infrastructure, labour, military, peacekeeping operations (PKO) and anti-terrorism, and so on.The appreciation was made during a meeting in Seoul, on Sept. 11 between Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Cambodian Senate, and H.E. Yoon Suk Yeol, President of Republic of Korea, during the former’s stay in ROK to attend the 25th World Knowledge Forum (WKF) 2024.Both leaders spoke highly of Cambodia-ROK Free Trade Agreement that has boosted the trade exchange and investment between the two countries,Samdech Techo Hun Sen expressed his gratitude to the Government and people of ROK for their contribution to the socio-economic development of Cambodia, and requested the Korean president to encourage more Korean investors to come and invest in Cambodia and increase quotas for Cambodian migrant workers.The former Cambodian Premier also asked the Korean side to consider the possibility of elevating both nations’ relations to comprehensive strategic partnership in the next three years when they will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the establishment of their diplomatic relations.Samdech Techo Hun Sen extended a royal invitation of His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia, to H.E. Yoon Suk Yeol, to pay a visit to Cambodia in his convenient time.For his part, H.E. Yoon Suk Yeol expressed welcome to Samdech Techo Hun Sen’s visit to ROK to attend the 25th WKF 2024, and recalled the visit of Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet to ROK in May this year, during which the Cambodia-ROK bilateral ties have been upgraded to the level of strategic partnership.The Korean President also admired Samdech Techo Hun Sen’s wise leadership, and accepted the royal invitation to pay a state visit to Cambodia.
PAS’ Additional Container Terminal Put into Official Use
Phnom Penh, September 12, 2024 --The 253-metre-long additional container terminal was officially inaugurated at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (PAS) in Preah Sihanouk province this morning under the presidency of Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia, and H.E. Ueno Atsushi, Ambassador of Japan to Cambodia.Speaking on the occasion, Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet welcomed the PAS’ new achievement, stressing that it will contribute to enhancing the competitiveness of the Cambodian seaport.H.E. Peng Ponea, Minister of Public Works and Transport, said that the construction of the additional container terminal with 11.5-metre depth and container-handling capacity of 450,000 TEUs per year began in May 2023 under the presidency of Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, former Cambodian Premier and current President of Senate, for a period of 17 months at a total cost of some US$37.5 million, of which around US$10 million was a concessional loan from the Government of Japan, and US$ 27.5 million was PAS’ budget as well as some budget from the Royal Government of Cambodia.The minister continued that the additional terminal will increase PAS’ capacity from 550,000 TEUs to 1 million TEUs of containers per year, and enable the docking of 10.4-metre-deep cargo ships.According to H.E. Peng Ponea, in 2023 PAS handled almost 800,000 TEUs per year, 1,506 ships, and over 19 million tonnes of cargo, generating more than US$95 million income. In the first seven months of this year, PAS’ cargo throughput rose by 26.52 percent to 5.7 million tonnes, while the number of containers reached over 570,000 TEUs, up 26.18 percent, generating more than US$66 million income, up 26.52 percent compared to the same period in 2023.
Cambodia Rice Forum 2024 Held to Fuel Rice Industry
Phnom Penh, September 10, 2024 --The Cambodia Rice Federation (CRF) is organising the 7th Cambodia Rice Forum at Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra on Tuesday aimed to spotlight the Kingdom’s escalating rice industry and its potential for global market expansion.The forum was kicked off under the presidency of H.E. Mrs. Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce, H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Technology, Science and Innovation, H.E. Dith Tina, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries, and Mr. Chan Sokheang, President of CRF, as well as more than 300 participants from agricultural cooperatives and organisations.The primary objectives of the Cambodia Rice Forum 2024 are to showcase Cambodia’s rice sector globally by demonstrating the country’s capabilities in rice production, milling and processing and achieving the prestigious Cambodia Rice Award, read the statement.It is aimed to give the floor to key insiders to share with participants market trends, rice production techniques and technologies related to rice growing, milling, and processing; to share the government’s visions, policies, and measures for the rice sector with participants; and to gather the inputs and recommendations to improve Cambodia’s rice sector.The event will feature a series of panel discussions, presentations and networking opportunities to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.Cambodia exported a total of 412,023 tonnes of milled rice in the first eight months of 2024, earning a revenue of US$305 million, according to a CRF report.
Techo International Airport Launches a Flight Inspection
Phnom Penh, September 10, 2024 --Techo International Airport in Kandal province is launching a flight inspection from Sept. 8 to 12.Its launching of the airport class 4F phase I took place on Sept. 8 under the presidency of H.E. Mao Havanall, Minister in charge of the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA).The flight inspection is an operation to check techniques and necessary equipment installed, such as air traffic control (ATC), instrument landing system (ILS/DME), air navigation, radar approach, radio communication system, and beyond, to ensure that all equipment is safe.Leaders and technical teams from SSCA and the Committee for Coordination and Management of the Airport Operation and representatives of the Cambodia Airport Investment Co., Ltd. joined the event.According to SSCA, the Techo International Airport (IATA Code KTI) will be officially inaugurated in the first semester of 2025.Managed by Cambodia Airport Investment Co., Ltd., the project is a public-private partnership between Overseas Cambodia Investment Corporation (OCIC) with a 90 percent stake and the rest 10 percent stake belonging to the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation.As a large-scale international airport level/Class 4F, built over 2,600 hectares of land, this airport is divided into three phases of construction, including Phase 1 from 2020 to 2030, Phase 2 from 2030 to 2050 and Phase 3 from 2050 onwards.The Techo International Airport in the first phase will be capable of handling a maximum of 13 million passengers and 175,000 tonnes of cargo per year.Once in operation, the Techo International Airport will replace the Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH).
NOCC President Attends 44th OCA General Assembly in India
Phnom Penh, September 10, 2024 --H.E. Dr. Thong Khon, Senior Minister and President of the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC), has attended the 44th Olympic Council Asia (OCA) General Assembly.The event took place in New Delhi, India, on Sept. 8 with the participation of 45 OCA member countries.The meeting elected Mr. Raja Randhir Singh as the new OCA President and Dr. Gordon Tan, Vice President of NOCC, as Vice President of OCA for 2014-2018.Mr. Timorthy Fork (Hong Kong, China), Mr. Norza Zakaria (Malaysia), Prince Jigyel Wangchuk (Butan), Mr. Thani Al Kuwari (Qatar), and Mr. Otabek Umarov (Uzbekistan) were elected Vice Presidents of East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, West Asia, and Central Asia regions, respectively.Besides, Ms. Mikako Kotani (Japan), Ms. Suparthir Mamahito (Thailand), Ms. Ogla (Kazakhstan), and Ms. Noura Aljasmi (UAE) were elected as executive members of East Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and West Asia regions, respectively.
Cambodia, Canada Explore Opportunities to Deepen Ties
Phnom Penh, September 08, 2024 —Cambodia and Canada discussed ways to further boost relationship and cooperation in both the bilateral and ASEAN frameworks during the first Bilateral Consultations between the two Foreign Ministries in Ottawa on Sept. 5.The event was co-chaired by H.E. CHUM Sounry, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs andInternational Cooperation of Cambodia (MFAIC), and H.E. Alan Bowman, Director-General for Southeast Asia and Oceania of the Global Affairs of Canada.According to an MFAIC’s press release, the two sides reviewed the existing cooperation and highlighted the actions to be followed up on some areas, which include trade and investment, demining, consular affairs and tourism, Francophonie, and werecommitted to working more closely as “trusted partner”. The ASEAN-Canada Strategic Partnership and ASEAN-Canada FTA were also touched on.During the consultations, Secretary of State Sounry was also briefed on Canada’s Indo Pacific Strategy by H.E. Weldon Epp, Assistant Deputy Minister for Indo Pacific of the Global Affairs of Canada.Besides, Secretary of State Sounry had an exchange of views and discussion on some regional and international issues of common interests and concerns with H.E. Ms. Sandra McCardell, Associate Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, in a luncheon hosted by the latter.The Cambodian delegation was also joined by H.E. RATH Saravuth, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Commerce, and Mr. Kim Chan Phirum, Cambodian Honorary Consul in Montréal.
Consultative Meeting on Peace Charter Held in Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh, September 06, 2024 --The National Assembly joined forces with the Asian Vision Institute and the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace Friday to draft a peace charter to be adopted later this year.The consultative meeting on the proposed charter was the first of its kind to bring together experts, practitioners, scholars, policymakers and lawmakers to discuss the draft.H.E. Suos Yara — chairman of the National Assembly Commission on Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Information — opened the meeting which included Indian and Sri Lankan lawmakers as well as senior members of the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace from South Korea and Nepal.Hungary is scheduled to host a second consultative meeting on the charter in Budapest from Sept. 18 to 20.The charter is expected to be adopted at the Eleventh Plenary Session of the International Parliament for Tolerance and Peace hosted by the National Assembly in Phnom Penh in November.As a multilateral instrument and framework, the charter aims to galvanise, strengthen and deepen international solidarity and multi-stakeholder dialogue, cooperation and partnerships for peace, harmony, human dignity and prosperity in a free, open, inclusive and non-binding character.The charter is expected to cover five pillars — conflict prevention, peace-building and good offices, transitional justice, post-conflict reconstruction, and food security and sustainable development in response to climate change.
MISTI Launches Leadership Training to Strengthen Capacity of Officials and Advance Cambodia's SDG on Water Supply
On September 24, 2024, H.E. HEM Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation, officially opened the Leadership Training in the Water Supply Sector at the Phnom Penh Water Supply Authority (PPWSA).This two-day training is part of the Ministry's strategic efforts to strengthen the strategic role of the state in achieving Cambodia's Sustainable Development Goal of universal and equitable access to safe drinking water by 2030.The Ministry has been supporting water supply authorities by providing subsidies and pursuing grants and concessional financing for water supply infrastructure development. This Leadership Training follows a previous program on water loss management held in July, aiming to enhance the capacity of general directors of public unitilities, director of provincial departments from across the country and people in leadership position in the water supply sector to effectively manage their operations and lead their teams.
Industry Minister Urges Enhanced Support for Market Catalysts
Phnom Penh, September 04, 2024 —H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation, has urged the Provincial Departments of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation to focus on supporting market catalysts that can benefit various stakeholders and boost local economies.H.E. Minister made the call during his visits to the departments in Stung Treng and Kratie provinces on Sept. 3, said the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI).During the visits, H.E. Hem Vanndy cited ice factories as catalysts, stating that producing, packaging and handling ice according to standards are essential for both consumer safety and the cold chain that can maximise the provinces' fishery and agriculture potential.Located along the Mekong River, these two provinces are rich in fishery and agriculatural resources. The Minister said, “Maintaining a robust cold chain helps reduce spoilage, ensuring that aquatic and other agricultural products can reach markets at their peak quality. This, in turn, enhances the marketability of these products and strengthens the economic potential of both provinces.”In Kratie, where over 700 local small businesses are engaged in rice liquor production, H.E. Minister advised the provincial department to form a community to support these producers in meeting the national standards for rice liquors newly approved by the National Standards Council.He continued, “By complying with these standards, Cambodian rice liquors could gain a competitive edge in both domestic and international markets. This community could also serve as another catalyst, supporting farmers and promoting processing of value-added by-products.”The minister urged provincial departments to strengthen support for these market catalysts by improving public services to help them meet internationally recognised standards and expand access to regional and global markets. He added that MISTI is reviewing policies, aimed at reducing costs of production for these catalysts, thereby supporting local businesses and enhancing the broader economy.
Mekong River Bridge Construction Project in Kratie Province is 44.31% Complete
Phnom Penh, September 03, 2024 --The construction project of a bridge across the Mekong River in Kratie province and its connecting road with a total length of more than 33 kilometres has been achieved at 44.31 percent, pointed out Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet in a post on his social media networks this morning.The 1,761-metre-by-13.5-metre Mekong River bridge, located in the districts of Chet Borei and Prek Prasop of Kratie province, and the 31.69-kilometre-long connecting road and crossroad to Kratie provincial city are expected to finish the construction by September 2026, he added.The bridge was broken ground on Jan. 2, 2023 under the presidency of Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, former Prime Minister of Cambodia, and H.E. Wang Wentian, former Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia.Built at an estimated cost of over US$114 million, funded by a concessional loan from China, the bridge will link Talus village of Chetr Borei district’s Bos Leav commune to Prek Prasop district’s Thmar Reap village.Roads and bridges are important arteries for national economy and are also the second of the five key priorities of the Royal Government of Cambodia’s Pentagonal Strategy, Phase 1: Human, Road, Water, Electricity, and Technology. The second priority task of the Pentagonal Strategy is connectivity promotion and transport sector optimisation, by focusing on continuing to build and strengthen foundation through increasing effectiveness of supporting infrastructure and building and developing new infrastructure.
Commerce Minister Appreciates ERIA’s Contribution to Promoting Collaboration and Innovation in ASEAN
Phnom Penh, September 03, 2024 --H.E. Mrs. CHAM Nimul has expressed her appreciation to the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), for its tireless efforts in promoting collaboration and innovation in ASEAN, a contribution to the regional and global growth.The Cambodian commerce minister made the praise while she was presiding over the opening ceremony of “One ASEAN Startup Award Pre-Event”, with many participants from line ministries and stakeholders, at Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh on Sept. 2.On the occasion, H.E. Mrs. CHAM Nimul encouraged the participants to actively seize the opportunity to gain more experience in this programme, build networks, exchange ideas, and expand innovation across ASEAN and the world.She also mentioned that startups had played a crucial role in driving socio-economic development, creating new jobs, and positively impacting GDP when their innovative ideas, technologies, and business models successfully evolve into established businesses.H.E. Mrs. CHAM Nimul ended her remarks with some recommendations for the event to take into consideration.
Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge to Start Construction Next Year
Phnom Penh, August 30, 2024 --A Cambodia-Korea friendship bridge project will break ground for construction in June 2025.The information was shared by H.E. Phorn Rim, Spokesperson at the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, adding that the ministry is concluding an environmental and social impact assessment of the project to start the construction.Once completed, the bridge will not only contribute to solving traffic congestion but also to promoting tourism in Phnom Penh capital.The 2,375-metre-long and 27.5-metre-wide bridge will link the Night Market of Phnom Penh to Arey Ksat city of Kandal province.Its construction will be funded by the Export-Import Bank of the Republic of Korea with a total contract cost of US$235 million, and would last about 60 months.
New Korea’s Youth Mid-term Volunteers Ready for Their Missions in Cambodia
Phnom Penh, August 30, 2024 --Three new Youth Mid-Term Volunteer Groups, who have recently arrived in Cambodia under the KOICA World Friends Korea Volunteer Programme, are ready to be actively engaged in various regions across the Kingdom after receiving comprehensive safety training.The groups specialise in Governance, Digital, and Environment, according to the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Cambodia Office.The group focusing on Strengthening Digital Capacity will be stationed in Kandal and Kampong Cham province, while the Environmental Protection group will be engaged in activities in Phnom Penh capital, and the provinces of Takeo and Kampong Speu.The Governance Improvement group will concentrate their efforts in Preah Sihanouk province, the same source pointed out.They are here to contribute to human capital development and foster cultural exchange between Cambodia and Korea, underlined KOICA Cambodia Office.Since 2003, KOICA has dispatched professional Korean volunteers to Cambodia to share their expertise, knowledge and experiences in order to improve the quality of life of the country and strengthen partnership and mutual understanding.
Chinese companies interested in investing in cement plant in Cambodia
Mr. Wensheng Chen, President of Jiangxi Provincial Building Material Group., Ltd. of China, stated that the current visit of the Company to Cambodia is to learn more about the investment environment in Cambodia, especially the consideration of the project to establish a cement factory in Cambodia. The remarks made by the President of the above company were made during a courtesy call and discussion with HE Chea Vuthy, Secretary General of the Cambodian Investment Committee of the Council for the Development of Cambodia on the afternoon of August 29, 2024. His Excellency the Secretary General expressed his congratulations on the investment project to establish a cement factory in Cambodia, which will contribute to the development of Cambodian industry, especially the construction sector and suggested that companies be considered to contribute to minimizing pollution through the use of modern technology as well as the use of clean energy.On that occasion, HE Secretary General briefed on the structure and roles and responsibilities of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, which was established in 1994, in particular, the focus is on attracting private investment, which currently has an open, transparent and predictable investment law in Cambodia.Due to the factors of peace, political stability and the favorableness of laws and regulations related to Cambodian investment, the Secretary-General also noted the high growth of Chinese investment flows to Cambodia.
Cambodia, Germany Foster Environment Collaboration
Phnom Penh, August 29, 2024 --Cambodia's Ministry of Environment and Germany's Everwave GmbH have reached a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the implementation of a project, called "Blue Cambodia-Everwave's Cleanup Project".The MoU was inked in Phnom Penh on Aug. 28 under the presidency of H.E. Dr. Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment and H.E. Stefan Messerer, Ambassador of Germany to Cambodia.The project focuses on environmental sanitation including waste collection in and near water sources as well as waste sorting.H.E. Dr. Eang Sophalleth thanked the government and people of Germany and partner organisations for their high attention to the regional and global environment, especially to the reduction of plastic pollution.The minister also underlined the ministry's three-pillar Circular Strategy on Environment: Clean, Green and Sustainable.For the first strategy, the Ministry of Environment has successfully conducted two phases of its clean-up campaign. The first-phase campaign, “Today I Do Not Use Plastic," engaged over 8.5 million students, workers, and other Cambodians from all walks of life, while the second-phase campaign, “Clean Cambodia! Khmer Can Do,” has attracted the participation of 25,580 people in 634 communes and Sangkat in 124 cities, districts, and Khan across the country within nearly three months.With the success, the Ministry of Environment will launch the third phase in the near future, focusing on garbage storage and separation, to make Cambodia clean by 2025.
Dissemination Workshop to Foster Cambodia-Thai Trade Facilitation
Phnom Penh, August 28, 2024 --Cambodia and Thailand have organised a dissemination workshop to promote bilateral trade facilitation, including related customs laws and regulations.Addressing the workshop on Aug. 26, H.E. Cherdkiat Atthakor, Ambassador of Thailand to Cambodia, highlighted that it was part of the Thai Embassy's initiative to foster Thai businesses in Cambodia.It serves as a forum to share knowledge and best practices, especially in customs and border operations, to enhance trade between Thailand and Cambodia, he added.Director General of Customs and Excise of Cambodia H.E. Kun Nhim, who co-chaired the workshop, echoed the insights of the Thai ambassador on the event.Building awareness of the private sector on customs laws and regulations related to trade is crucial for boosting the business environment and ensuring compliance with customs procedures in Cambodia, he underlined.H.E. Kun Nhim recalled that on Feb. 7, Cambodia and Thailand signed a memorandum of understanding on goods transit to further facilitate trade between the two countries.He was positive that a better understanding of the customs laws and regulations will contribute to a fruitful customs-private sector partnership mechanism that promotes the business environment and bilateral trade for mutual benefits between Cambodia and Thailand.